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This super easy 4-Ingredient Blueberry Dump Cake turns basic items from your pantry into an amazing treat with almost zero work. You'll get warm, juicy blueberries tucked under a buttery, golden topping that seems like it needed hours in the kitchen, when really you just tossed everything together.
I always think about those lazy summer nights when friends pop over unannounced whenever I make this cake. The first time I brought it out, everyone was shocked it started with canned filling - now it's what I grab when I need something impressive without the fuss.
Key Components
- Blueberry Pie Filling (21 oz cans): Grab two
- Yellow Cake Mix (15.25 oz): Makes the magic topping
- Unsalted Butter: Cut into thin slices while cold
- Fresh Blueberries: Frozen works too, don't thaw them
- Vanilla Ice Cream: For the finishing touch
HOW TO PUT IT TOGETHER
- 1. Get Ready:
- Turn your oven to 350°F. Give a 9x13-inch glass dish a quick coat of cooking spray. Take your butter straight from the fridge and cut it into very thin slices.
- 2. Start Building:
- Dump both cans of blueberry filling into your dish and spread it out. Make sure it reaches all the corners and sits flat. This will be your sweet, gooey foundation.
- 3. Add Dry Mix:
- Pour the dry cake mix right on top of the berries in an even layer. Don't mix it in - just let it sit there. The magic happens when everything stays separate.
- 4. Butter Layer:
- Place your butter slices across the top, trying to cover as much of the cake mix as possible. This helps everything brown nicely and prevents dry patches.
- 5. Berry Bonus:
- Toss some fresh blueberries over everything. They'll sink a bit while baking and create pockets of fresh fruit throughout.
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What makes this cake so great is how simple it is. My grandma always told me, "The tastiest treats let the ingredients shine on their own."
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Keeping It Fresh
Pop any leftovers in the fridge with a cover for up to 5 days. While it tastes best fresh and warm, you can heat single servings in the microwave for about 30-45 seconds. The taste stays amazing, though the topping won't be quite as crispy after day one.
Ways To Enjoy It
This treat stands on its own, but it's absolutely fantastic with a scoop of cold vanilla ice cream melting on top. For morning meals, try it slightly warm with a spoonful of Greek yogurt. At summer parties, let folks dress it up themselves with whipped cream, different ice cream flavors, and extra fresh berries.
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Mix It Up
Switch things around all year by swapping in different pie fillings like cherry, apple, or peach. Add some warmth with a dash of cinnamon or nutmeg sprinkled over the cake mix. For more crunch, throw some chopped pecans or walnuts on top of the butter before baking. The basic method works so well, you can play around with endless combinations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can I mix the ingredients together?
- Nope, keeping layers separate gives you different textures - a gooey bottom, soft middle, and crunchy top.
- → Will other fruits work too?
- Absolutely! Try cherry, peach or apple pie filling for a nice change.
- → Do I really need to cut the butter thin?
- Yep, spreading thin butter slices makes sure the whole top gets crunchy and golden brown.
- → Is it okay to make this the day before?
- Sure, but it tastes way better warm. Just heat up each serving if you're eating leftovers.
- → Why should I add extra blueberries?
- They boost the berry flavor and give nice texture. Frozen or fresh both work great.