How To Make Blueberry Dump Cake
Summer is in full swing, and blueberry dump cake is perfect for those warm evenings. The fresh blueberries and sweet cake are so refreshing.
The delicious blueberries underneath the buttery, crispy cake layer are bursting with flavor. And the cake recipe is an easy one with only five simple ingredients.
Easy Blueberry Dessert
Don’t worry if you’re not a master chef because this dump cake recipe is super easy to make. It’s one of those cobbler recipes that you can switch out with other fruit or add to the blueberries.
So, get ready to impress your family and friends with this delicious dessert that will have them coming back for seconds (or thirds!).
Ingredients For Blueberry Dump Cake
- Fresh blueberries
- Sugar
- Ground cinnamon
- Yellow cake mix
- Sliced butter
Full printable recipe card with measurements and instructions listed at the bottom of the post in the recipe card.
Tips for Making the Perfect Blueberry Dump Cake
Even though blueberry dump cake is easy to make, there are a few tips that will help you make the perfect cake every time.
- Don’t mix the cake. If you mix the cake with the blueberries, it will not cook properly. The idea is to have a crunchy top. So, if you mix it won’t be crunchy.
- Use unsalted butter. Using unsalted butter will give you more control over the saltiness of the cake. If you use salted butter, the cake may end up too salty.
- Make sure you slice the butter thin and place it all over the cake mix. The more butter on top, the better it will bake the cake mix.
- Let the cake cool before serving. Let the cake cool for about 10 minutes before serving so the filling can thicken a little.
Step-By-Step Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and grease a 9 x 13-inch baking dish. Add the blueberries and sugar to the dish.
- Sprinkle the cinnamon on top of the blueberries.
- Mix the blueberries, sugar, and cinnamon.
- Sprinkle the cake mix evenly over the blueberry mixture. Do not mix.
- Slice the butter and place it all over the cake. Try to spread it out as much as possible to help make the cake crusty on top.
- Bake the cake for about 45 minutes or until the top is golden brown and crusty.
Serving Suggestions for Blueberry Dump Cake
Blueberry dump cake is delicious on its own, but there are a few ways you can serve it to make it even better.
- Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. The warm cake and cold ice cream make a great combination.
- Top it with some fresh homemade whipped cream or Cool Whip. Whipped cream adds a light and fluffy texture to the cake that complements the blueberry filling.
- Sprinkle chopped walnuts or pecans on top. The nuts will add a crunchy texture that goes great with the soft cake and gooey blueberry filling.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Delicious Blueberry Dump Cake Recipe
Can I use a different cake mix?
Yes, you can use any flavor of cake mix you like. Chocolate, spice cake, and white cake mix are all great options. Lemon cake mix is another delicious dry cake mix to add to the blueberries. You can even add a little lemon zest to the recipe for added flavor.
Can I Use Pie Filling?
Yes, any type of pie filling will work great. There are a lot of options out there, such as apple, cherry, peach, and blueberry. If you choose to use pie filling, you will not need the sugar for this recipe.
I like to use fresh berries because it tastes better, in my opinion. But both work great.
Can I make blueberry dump cake ahead of time?
You can, but it’s going to taste fresher and more delicious when you make it just before serving.
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- Lemon blueberry coffee cake is another one of those simple recipes that is a super tasty dessert. It’s refreshing and is a great idea for any occasion, especially during the summer months.
- Chocolate cherry dump cake from Southern Home Express will make your sweet tooth sing. It’s an easy recipe, uses a fruit pie filling and a box of cake mix, and is a great way to get dessert to the table fast.
How To Make Easy Blueberry Dump Cake
Blueberry dump cake is a classic dessert that is a hit wherever you take it.
With its sweet blueberry filling, topped with a buttery and crispy cake layer, this dessert is simply irresistible. You won’t be disappointed.
How To Make Blueberry Dump Cake
Ingredients
- 4-6 cups of fresh blueberries
- 1/2 cup of sugar
- 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
- 15.25 ounces of yellow box cake mix
- 1 1/2 sticks of butter sliced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and grease a 9 x 13-inch baking dish.
- Add the blueberries to the prepared baking dish and sprinkle with the sugar and cinnamon and stir to coat.
- Sprinkle the cake mix on top and spread out. Do not mix.
- Slice the butter thin and place on top of the cake mix.
- Add the cake to the preheated oven and bake for 45 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
