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Sweet Pineapple Dump Cake Cobbler Recipe

Sweet Pineapple Dump Cake Cobbler Recipe


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  • Total Time: 50-55 minutes
  • Yield: 8 1x

Description

Pineapple Dump Cake Cobbler brings pure comfort straight from my kitchen to your table with minimal effort and maximum flavor. Mixing canned pineapple, butter, and cake mix creates a delightful dessert that comes together faster than you can grab your serving spoon.


Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients:

  • 2 cans (20 oz/567 g) crushed pineapple
  • 1 box white cake mix
  • 8 ounces (226 g) cream cheese

Supporting Ingredients:

  • 1 stick (½ cup/113 g) unsalted butter
  • ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
  • ½ cup (60 g) chopped pecans or walnuts

Finishing Ingredients:

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Sprinkle of shredded coconut

Instructions

  1. Grab a 9×13-inch baking dish and set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Pour two 20-ounce cans of crushed pineapple with their juice directly into the pan, spreading them evenly across the bottom.
  2. Enhance the pineapple with ½ cup granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, stirring gently to combine the flavors.
  3. Open a box of white cake mix and sprinkle the entire contents uniformly over the pineapple layer. Resist the urge to mix or stir the ingredients.
  4. Melt 1 stick (½ cup) of unsalted butter and drizzle it carefully across the entire surface of the dry cake mix.
  5. Cut 8 ounces of cream cheese into small cubes and distribute them randomly over the butter-covered cake mix.
  6. Scatter ½ cup of chopped pecans or walnuts across the top for added crunch and texture.
  7. Optional: Dust the surface with a light sprinkle of shredded coconut for extra flavor.
  8. Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, watching for a golden-brown color and bubbling edges.
  9. Remove from the oven and let the cobbler cool for 10-15 minutes before serving to allow the layers to set.

Notes

  • Drain pineapple slightly to prevent excess liquid, which can make the cake too soggy.
  • For extra texture, toast chopped pecans or coconut and sprinkle over the cake mix before baking.
  • Experiment with different cake mix flavors like yellow, white, or even spice cake to customize the dessert.
  • Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for a classic cobbler-style finish.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
  • Category: Cobbler
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 8
  • Calories: 362 kcal
  • Sugar: 33 g
  • Sodium: 304 mg
  • Fat: 19 g
  • Saturated Fat: 7 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Trans Fat: 0.5 g
  • Carbohydrates: 43 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 4 g
  • Cholesterol: 29 mg