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9×13-inch baking dish
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Nonstick spray or butter for greasing
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Measuring cup
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Oven
That’s it—no mixing bowls required.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
Step 2: Add the Peaches
Pour both cans of peaches with their syrup directly into the baking dish. Spread them evenly across the bottom.
If using cinnamon, nutmeg, or vanilla, sprinkle or drizzle them over the peaches now.
Step 3: Add the Cake Mix
Sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix evenly over the peaches. Do not mix it in.
Make sure the cake mix covers the peaches completely for an even topping.
Step 4: Add the Butter
Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the cake mix, covering as much of the surface as possible.
💡 Tip: For best results, drizzle slowly in rows so every area gets butter.
Step 5: Bake
Place the dish in the oven and bake for 45–55 minutes, or until:
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The top is golden brown
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The edges are bubbling
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No large patches of dry cake mix remain
If needed, loosely cover with foil during the last 10 minutes to prevent over-browning.
Step 6: Cool Slightly & Serve
Let the cake rest for 10–15 minutes before serving. This allows the filling to thicken and makes serving easier.
What Does Peach Dump Cake Taste Like?
Imagine a cross between:
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Peach cobbler
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Peach pie filling
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Butter cake
The peaches become soft, jammy, and caramelized, while the cake mix transforms into a buttery crust with crisp edges and a tender center. Every bite is warm, rich, and comforting.
Serving Suggestions
This dessert is delicious on its own, but even better with:
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Vanilla ice cream (classic pairing)
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Whipped cream
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Caramel sauce drizzle
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Toasted pecans or walnuts
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Fresh peach slices for contrast
Serve it warm for the ultimate experience.
Peach Dump Cake Variations
1. Cinnamon Roll Peach Dump Cake
Add 1 teaspoon cinnamon and drizzle with cream cheese glaze after baking.
2. Peach Blueberry Dump Cake
Add 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries over the peaches.
3. Peach Cobbler Dump Cake
Use butter cake mix instead of yellow and add extra cinnamon.
4. Spiced Peach Dump Cake
Add ginger, cloves, or pumpkin spice for a fall twist.
5. Crunchy Peach Dump Cake
Sprinkle chopped pecans or sliced almonds on top before baking.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
❌ Mixing the layers – Dump cakes rely on layering, not stirring
❌ Using drained peaches – You’ll end up with a dry dessert
❌ Uneven butter coverage – Leads to dry patches
❌ Overbaking – Can dry out the topping
Follow the steps exactly and you’ll get perfect results.
