Put fruit and cake mix in a crock pot. When it’s done you’ll want to eat it all

This recipe offers a simple and delicious way to enjoy a warm cherry dessert using your slow cooker. It’s perfect for busy weeknights or when you want a fuss-free dessert to impress.

Cherry Dump Cake: A Slow Cooker Delight

Ingredients:

Ingredient Quantity
Cherry Pie Filling (canned) 1 large can (21 oz)
Yellow Cake Mix 1 box (15.25 oz)
Unsalted Butter 1 stick (1/2 cup), melted

Optional – Homemade Cherry Filling:

Ingredient Quantity
Pitted Cherries (fresh or frozen) 4 cups
Granulated Sugar 1 cup
Cornstarch 3 tablespoons
Lemon Juice 1 tablespoon

Instructions:

  1. Slow Cooker Prep (Choose one option):

    • Canned Filling: Pour the entire can of cherry pie filling into the bottom of your slow cooker.
    • Homemade Filling (optional): If you prefer a more customized filling, follow these quick steps:
      • In a saucepan, heat the pitted cherries over medium heat until their juices begin to release. Thawed frozen cherries work well here.
      • Stir in the sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice.
      • Continuously whisk the mixture over low heat until the filling thickens.
      • Pour the homemade cherry filling into the bottom of your slow cooker.
  2. Cake Mix Layer:

    • Sprinkle the entire box of yellow cake mix evenly over the cherry filling in the slow cooker.
  3. Buttery Topping:

    • Pour the melted butter over the cake mix layer, distributing it evenly.
  4. Slow Cooker Magic:

    • Cover your slow cooker and set it to cook on high for 3 hours. The cake will bake and the cherry filling will bubble up, creating a delicious dessert.
  5. Chocolatey Twist (Optional):

    • For an extra decadent treat, you can add ½ cup of white chocolate morsels to the cake mix layer before pouring in the melted butter. The chocolate chips will melt as the cake bakes, adding pockets of gooey goodness.
  6. Resist the Temptation!

    • The hardest part might be waiting! The slow cooker will fill your kitchen with delightful aromas, but try to resist the urge to dig in too early.
  7. Golden Goodness:

    • After 3 hours on high, the cake should be golden brown on top, indicating it’s finished baking.
  8. Serve and Enjoy!

    • Scoop out the warm cherry dump cake and serve it directly from the slow cooker. You can add a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra touch of indulgence.

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