Description

This Blueberry Dump Cake is a simple, comforting dessert that requires minimal effort and maximum flavor. Fresh or frozen blueberries are combined with sugar and lemon juice, then topped with yellow cake mix and melted butter. Optional nuts and cinnamon add a delightful crunch and warmth. Baked until golden and bubbly, this cake is perfect served warm with ice cream or whipped cream for a cozy treat.

Ingredients

Scale

Fruit Mixture

2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
1 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Topping

1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup walnuts or pecans, chopped (optional)
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)

Cook Mode Prevent your screen from going dark

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the dump cake.
Mix Blueberry Base: In a mixing bowl, combine the blueberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice thoroughly. This mixture forms the juicy fruit base of the cake.
Layer Fruit Mixture: Spread the blueberry mixture evenly into the bottom of a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, ensuring an even layer.
Add Cake Mix: Sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix evenly over the blueberry layer, fully covering the fruit mixture to create the cake topping.
Drizzle Butter and Add Toppings: Pour the melted butter evenly over the cake mix to moisten it. If desired, sprinkle chopped walnuts or pecans and ground cinnamon on top for added texture and flavor.
Bake: Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the fruit mixture is bubbly.
Cool: Remove from oven and allow the dump cake to cool for about 10 minutes to let the structure set.
Serve: Serve warm, optionally topped with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for a delicious finishing touch.

Notes

You can use fresh or frozen blueberries; if frozen, no need to thaw.
Chopped nuts and cinnamon are optional but add great flavor and texture.
This dessert is best enjoyed warm but can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
For a dairy-free version, use vegan butter or margarine in place of unsalted butter.
Serving with ice cream or whipped cream enhances the dessert experience.