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Crock Pot Cherry Dump Cake Recipe {Video}

Published: Feb 29, 2020 · This post may contain affiliate links

This may be one of the easiest crockpot recipes we have shared! This Crock Pot Cherry Dump Cake Recipe has a whopping three ingredients and is so dang easy to make it should be labeled a dangerous dessert!

 

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Crock-Pot Cherry Dump Cake Recipe
Ingredients needed to make a cherry dump cake
Great Dump Cake Recipes
Crock Pot Cherry Dump Cake Recipe
Ingredients
Instructions
Notes
Nutrition

Crock-Pot Cherry Dump Cake Recipe


You know one of those desserts that is plain and simple easy to make! A dessert that only takes a few seconds to think about and then you have a crockpot full of luscious flavors and delights.

Yep, that is exactly what this crockpot cherry dump cake is.

While I don't have any caution tape or warning tape to wrap around the recipe, I will tell you that this Crock-Pot Cherry Dump Cake disappeared when I made it.

I barely had a chance to grab a bit to take a picture for this post. My dear and amazing Husband kept sneaking back to the crockpot.

If you love dump cake recipes check out our entire list of crockpot dump cake recipes that include apple, pumpkin, and chocolate dump cakes! So delicious!

Trust me you will want to buy double the ingredients because you will end up making this cake a 2nd time really soon after you make it the first time. lol!

Crock Pot Cherry Dump Cake 3

I was able to grab a bit for a photo and then that plate magically disappeared and would you believe I never even got to try this dessert.

I served it during slow cooker Saturday lunch with John's mom, and I was working on wrapping up the Bourbon Baked Ham I made. When I finally got to a point I was going to sit down and enjoy a plate of this crockpot cherry dump cake, it was all gone...

I guess that means I am going to have to make it again on a day when I am the only one home to enjoy it 🙂

This recipe was first shared on November 20, 2013! Since then I have made a couple of changes though nothing really major. The biggest change is I doubled the amount of cherry pie filling. I wanted there to be a thicker layer of cherries with this cake.

Ingredients needed to make a cherry dump cake

Cherry Pie Filling
Yellow cake mix
Butter

Great Dump Cake Recipes

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Chocolate Caramel Dump Cake

Peppermint Cherry Dump Cake

Apple Spice Dump Cake

Chocolate Cherry Dump Cake

Don't miss all of our cake mix recipes.

We have a ton of recipes with cherry pie filling as a main ingredient.

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Crockpot 3 ingredient cherry dump cake text over a spoon holding cherry dump cake in a slow cooker

Crock Pot Cherry Dump Cake Recipe

Easy Crock Pot Cherry Dump Cake Recipe that is perfect for family dinner or holidays
4.46 from 11 votes
Print Rate
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 511kcal
Author: Tammilee Tips

Ingredients

  • 42 Ounce Cherry Pie Filling 2 cans
  • 1 yellow cake mix
  • ½ cup Butter melted
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  • Pour both cans of Cherry Pie filling into greased crock pot
  • Spread dry cake mix over the top
  • Pour melted butter over the cake mix
  • Cook on low for 4 hours or high for 2 hours
Slow cooker

Notes

You can make this with 1 can of Cherry Pie filling but having 2 makes it more decadent. 

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Crock Pot Cherry Dump Cake Recipe
Amount Per Serving
Calories 511 Calories from Fat 117
% Daily Value*
Fat 13g20%
Saturated Fat 8g50%
Cholesterol 31mg10%
Sodium 599mg26%
Potassium 187mg5%
Carbohydrates 95g32%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 28g31%
Protein 3g6%
Vitamin A 660IU13%
Vitamin C 5mg6%
Calcium 156mg16%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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This recipe was first shared on November 20, 2013! Updated on February 29, 2020

 

 

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  1. Roxanne

    December 29, 2020 at 6:09 am

    5 stars
    This is a great go-to. I have made this so many times!! I only use one can of Lucky Leaf cherry pie filling, this brand is loaded with cherries. In fact just put all ingredients in the crock...

    Reply
  2. Jamie

    October 25, 2019 at 10:11 pm

    4 stars
    HI!! So I just tried this recipe and Girl Yasss! I agree with you, the next time I make this, and I will, I will use two cans of cherry filling. I didn't grease my crock and it turned out great. Thanks for the recipe. I look forward to trying more of your creations

    Reply
  3. Shelley

    January 29, 2019 at 5:55 pm

    I did this with a can of pineapple and a can of peaches cause I didn’t have pie filling. Sprinkled a little sugar on fruit. Cooked for three hours on high and it came out delicious!

    Reply
  4. tegma

    January 28, 2019 at 8:34 am

    3 stars
    I just don't see why anyone would want to make this in a crockpot when they can make it in an oven in 45 minutes. I guess if you're having a big crowd over and your oven is full of other things, then the crockpot might be the solution. To me, too many people are trying to turn easy recipes into big productions by using Crockpots, Instant pots, Air-fryers etc. when it's much easier to use the everyday oven. If it saves a bunch of time, I can see the sense in it, but otherwise, no..... this takes far less timet o make in a oven. I use my crockpot for things like soups and other meals when I have to go out and want it ready when I get home. Otherwise, I just don't see any sense in it and wonder how others feel?

    Reply
    • April

      September 15, 2022 at 12:08 pm

      I like using my slow cooker because I live in Florida. Anytime I can make something without using the oven it is great. Keeps from heating up the house more lol

      Reply
    • MG

      November 09, 2022 at 7:49 pm

      We like to go camping and things don’t cook so good in the little camper ovens, especially baked dishes. So cooking this in a crockpot throughout the afternoon is a great option! Make it in the afternoon and by the evening when we’re ready for something sweet to eat around a campfire it’s a great option!

      Reply
  5. Judith Bayer

    June 27, 2017 at 6:45 am

    this is the perfect recipe for me - 3 ingredients. I just bought the perfect crock pot for this - rectangle and low.

    Reply
  6. Natalie

    November 19, 2015 at 5:42 am

    Like many of the other commenters, mine did not turn out "crumbly"(still mushy). I even cooked it on low for 4 hrs then on high for 2 hrs.

    Reply
    • Sandy Cockrell

      January 19, 2016 at 11:03 am

      Try room temp butter instead of melted. Mine is sticky too, I just put it in the crock pot. I wish I hadn't melted the butter completely

      Reply
  7. Sarah

    August 30, 2015 at 12:28 pm

    ive tried this receipt twice and both times my cake mix and butter mixture is just a straight up sticky dough. Its not at all crumbly. I've double check the ingredients multiple times I don't know what I'm doing wrong. Any suggestions?

    Reply
  8. ang

    May 15, 2015 at 8:30 am

    5 stars
    Gonna have to try this!
    what if you don't have a crook pot, could you use the oven, at what temperature and for how long?

    Reply
    • Tammilee

      May 15, 2015 at 12:15 pm

      You could use the oven. I have not tried making it in the oven so i am not sure of the temp or how long to cook it.

      Reply
    • Rebecca Duckworth

      November 12, 2016 at 11:30 pm

      I make my dump cakes in the oven. Bake at 350 degrees for 45 to 50 minutes. I also just sprinkle the dry cake mix on top of 2 cans of cherry pie filling and pour 1/2 cup melted butter over top then bake.

      Reply
      • Sandra Kazlaskas

        December 17, 2016 at 11:19 am

        Started making dump cakes over 50 years ago. Used 1 (20 ounce) can cherry pie filling plus 1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple (w/juice ), sprinkle the cake mix on evenly, sliced the margarine /butter (egg slicer works great) placed evenly over surface, on festive occasions topped with nuts (pecans, walnuts, macadamia, hazelnut, etc) before baking @350° 45 - 55 minutes, use toothpick test to ensure no doughiness in center.
        You can use apple pie filling and cranberries with a spice cake or carrot cake mix. Or try crushed pineapple with manarin oranges with the carrot cake. So many possibilities!

        Reply
        • Sandra Kazlaskas

          December 17, 2016 at 11:31 am

          If making this cake in the oven, do NOT mix the ingredients, layer... or you get a sticky mess. I've done this in a slow cooker, again with the dry cake mix (really good with white cake mix - not angel food). Just my experience making this.

          Reply
    • Donna

      December 17, 2016 at 10:19 pm

      I use an oven Dump Cake Recipe. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 9x11 baking dish. Pour 1 can undrained pineapple into greased baking dish, cover with 1 can cherry "more fruit" pie filling, sprinkle dry 2 layer size yellow cake mix over pie filling, Drizzle 1 cup melted butter over the top of the dry cake mix. Sprinkle 7 oz coconut and 1 cup chopped pecans over the top. Bake 45 tp 55 minutes or until top is brown and bubbly.

      Reply
    • Sharon

      February 01, 2017 at 1:34 pm

      Yes, when I've had to 'make it quick'... I HAVE put the ingred. into a greased 9"x13" pan & baked it for about 50 min. @ 350• w/no cover on it. It's a bit crisper than cooked in my crockpot, but, I like it even better crisper!!!

      I did use 2 cans of cherry pie filling & 1/4 cup more butter...(3/4 cup in al) .....and, all the butter I used, I cut into little slices & put the sliced pieces all over the dry cake mix, instead of mixing the butter w/cake mix.

      Reply
  9. Kimber

    March 29, 2015 at 4:09 pm

    This is GREAT! But instead of yellow cake mix, I used Devil's food. I will definitely be making this again!

    Reply
  10. Liz

    March 14, 2015 at 4:21 pm

    I made the crock pot cherry dump cake today I'm still amazed how easy it is an great it taste. A big hit with my family. Thank you for this great recipe. Liz

    Reply
    • Tammilee

      March 14, 2015 at 4:39 pm

      Liz, I am so glad you enjoyed the recipe! It is one of our favorite recipes to make!

      Reply
      • Mindy

        March 22, 2015 at 6:02 pm

        After 2 hours on high my cake is still mushy..it's in a large crock pot..gonna let it sit longer and see what happens.

        Reply
  11. Chelsea

    May 15, 2014 at 7:17 pm

    2 stars
    Tried making this tonight.. it's been on low for 4.5 hours now and still mushy. Turning it up to high and see how that goes.

    Reply
  12. Sally K.

    May 12, 2014 at 11:48 pm

    5 stars
    What a scrumptious dessert, and it looks so easy to make! Great idea!

    Reply
  13. Kim

    March 23, 2014 at 11:48 am

    how come after 2 hours on high my cake was still mush? It was a dry cake mix not with the added eggs and oil or anything right?? thanks

    Reply
    • Beth

      July 01, 2014 at 1:52 pm

      5 stars
      I would say that this cake was made in a larger crock pot, sounds like yours is smaller perhaps?

      Reply
  14. Michelle

    February 11, 2014 at 4:34 am

    This is a dessert me and my kids make all the time except we add drained crushed pineapples and bake it. It never lasts more than a day. It's so good.

    Reply
  15. Brenda

    February 07, 2014 at 9:36 am

    I made this yesterday using Smart Balance Butter and I think it turned out fine. Sadly I forgot to put it in the fridge last night... Since it's only me and my better half I have to "dump" it! 🙁 not good on my part.

    Reply
    • Tammilee

      February 07, 2014 at 9:52 am

      oh no! I am glad you enjoyed it while you had the chance.

      Reply
    • Laura

      June 20, 2014 at 8:56 pm

      Brenda, why did you have to "dump" it? I leave mine out all the time. I agree with someone else, it's MUCH better with a can of crushed pineapple, UNdrained. This is my absolute favorite "go to" dessert, been making it for 30+ years.

      Reply
  16. Renee Marie

    February 05, 2014 at 2:12 pm

    5 stars
    this is genius. I can't wait to try this out. And there are so many pie flavors to choose from.

    Reply
  17. Jayne

    February 02, 2014 at 1:47 pm

    I got your recipe for this from a Facebook friend and am making it even as I write this. I put it on about 4 hours ago on the low setting on my crock pot. However, the cake mix doesn't seem to be cooking, or maybe it's supposed to be of a different consistency than baked. I also wonder if I should have cooked it on the high setting. Just for future reference, how should the cake look when it's done? Thanks!

    Reply
    • Tammilee

      February 02, 2014 at 1:50 pm

      Hi, The cake def looks a bit different from when you bake it. It turns into a crumble like topping

      Reply
      • Jayne

        February 02, 2014 at 2:00 pm

        Thanks Tammilee! I'm not known for my culinary crock pot prowess, but this looked so good I just had to try it for Super Bowl Sunday! Incidentally, my team is the Bears so I don't have a dog in the fight this year.

        Reply
        • Tammilee

          February 02, 2014 at 2:43 pm

          Let us know what you think of it. It is one of my favorite easy recipes for the crock pot.
          We are celebrating Crockuary this month and will have a new crock pot recipe everyday

          Reply
  18. Jasmine

    January 29, 2014 at 8:20 am

    salted or unsalted butter?

    Reply
  19. karen

    January 28, 2014 at 12:03 pm

    when you say double do you mean just pie filling or everything?

    Reply
    • Tammilee

      January 28, 2014 at 10:43 pm

      I would double the pie filling.

      Reply
      • Diane

        January 29, 2014 at 5:46 am

        Do you think this would work in the oven too?... I already have something going on in a crock pot

        Reply
        • Tammilee

          January 29, 2014 at 8:39 am

          Diane, I think it would work great in the oven.

          Reply
  20. Diane

    January 27, 2014 at 7:11 pm

    Tammilee, this maybe redundant but what do you think of using a chocolate cake mix instead?

    Reply
    • Tammilee

      January 27, 2014 at 8:25 pm

      Diane, I think that sounds like heaven in a crock pot! I love this idea.

      Reply
  21. Robin

    January 27, 2014 at 4:30 pm

    Would this work with other kinds of pie filling?

    Reply
    • Tammilee

      January 27, 2014 at 4:43 pm

      Robin, YES!!!! I have a couple more coming up that taste amazing.

      Reply
      • Robin

        January 27, 2014 at 4:50 pm

        Thank you! We are not fond of cherry here but I will try peach!

        Reply
        • Tammilee

          January 27, 2014 at 4:52 pm

          Robin, please let me know how peach turns out. We also have a Crock Pot peach crumb cake for the crock pot - > https://www.tammileetips.com/2013/03/crock-pot-peach-crumble/
          and a Crock Pot Peach Cobbler -> https://www.tammileetips.com/2013/09/crock-pot-peach-cobbler/

          Reply
  22. Shelly

    January 27, 2014 at 11:57 am

    Can I use margarine instead of butter?

    Reply
    • Tammilee

      January 27, 2014 at 12:44 pm

      Shelley, I have not tried it with margarine. I am not sure if the flavor would change but it is worth a shot.

      Reply
  23. Mary M

    January 27, 2014 at 10:55 am

    What size cake box did you use?

    Reply
    • Tammilee

      January 27, 2014 at 10:58 am

      Hi, I used a regular 16oz cake mix.

      Reply
  24. Lee Ellen

    January 26, 2014 at 1:25 pm

    I've made this many times, but I also put a can of crushed pineapple in and it's awesome!!!!

    Reply
    • Tammilee

      January 26, 2014 at 1:31 pm

      Lee, That sounds fantastic! I am going to have to try it with Pineapple. Thanks for the suggestions!

      Reply
      • mary dyer

        January 27, 2014 at 10:20 am

        What size crock pot are you using?

        Reply
    • Janet Burke

      February 02, 2014 at 4:25 am

      Lee, do you put the pineapple in with the cherry pie filling?? I am going to make this today and what size can of pineapple??

      Reply
      • Lee Ellen

        February 03, 2014 at 2:45 am

        5 stars
        I'm sorry I just saw this post. Yes, I usually put the cherries, and then the pineapple and then the cake mix, butter and I also put crushed walnuts on top of that!!!

        Reply
  25. Patty

    December 20, 2013 at 5:03 am

    How many people does this serve and can it be doubled for a large gathering?

    Reply
  26. Cherri

    December 04, 2013 at 12:32 pm

    So if I understand this you do not make the cake mix just mix with butter, is that correct? I've never tried something like that. But so looks good. And its everyday ingrediants in the cabinet.
    Thank you

    Reply
    • Tammilee

      December 04, 2013 at 12:34 pm

      Hi Cherri, Yep, you just add butter. Probably one of the easiest recipes we make.

      Reply
  27. Amy Ketelaar

    November 24, 2013 at 3:12 pm

    I do this but add a can of crushed pineapple undrained...YUMMY!!!

    Reply
    • Tammilee

      November 24, 2013 at 3:33 pm

      Amy, that sounds fantastic. I am going to have to try it with pineapple added to it.

      Reply
    • Michele

      December 01, 2013 at 7:20 am

      I was going to add that comment as well...I have never made it in the crockpot but same recipe I oven with the crushed pineapple. Easy peasy, kid favorite and they can make it themselves!

      Reply
  28. Tonia

    November 21, 2013 at 9:44 am

    I’m headed to the grocery store for these ingredients RIGHT now. Look for my post tomorrow. 🙂

    Reply
  29. Tonia

    November 21, 2013 at 9:43 am

    5 stars
    I'm headed to the grocery store for these ingredients RIGHT now. Look for my post tomorrow. 🙂

    Reply
  30. Dawn Lopez

    November 21, 2013 at 8:48 am

    5 stars
    Wow that looks heavenly! I totally adore that there are only 3 ingredients! I am watching my nephews for the weekend, I'm going to have to make this!

    Reply
  31. Cinny

    November 21, 2013 at 8:46 am

    Ohhh, that definitely looks delish!

    Reply
  32. Camille

    November 21, 2013 at 7:50 am

    Yum! I have this huge bag of frozen cherries I need to use up. I bet I could adapt for them!

    Reply
  33. Jennifer

    November 21, 2013 at 7:38 am

    Dang girl, this looks delicious!!! Off to pin it now!

    Reply
  34. Melissa Bybee-Fields

    November 20, 2013 at 7:12 am

    We are not big on cherries...I wonder how this would be with some other type of canned pie filling like apples or blackberries?

    Reply
    • Colette

      December 04, 2013 at 11:02 am

      I have made this using peach pie filling. It is awesome

      Reply
    • Kayla

      December 30, 2017 at 6:42 pm

      Apple pie filling with spice cake is sooooo good just saying 🙂

      Reply

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