If you’re searching for a comforting simple dessert that tastes like a homemade peach cobbler but requires minimal effort, this Skillet Peach Dump Cake is about to become your new favorite recipe. Packed with juicy peaches, warm cinnamon, and a buttery cake topping, this dish is a perfect blend of peach cobbler dump cake and a classic peach dump cake recipe. Even better, this is one of the easiest desserts you’ll ever make!
Whether you’re using fresh peaches or canned peaches, this recipe comes together quickly with simple ingredients straight from the grocery store. No mixing bowl, no complicated steps, just layer and bake!
Why You’ll Love This Easy Peach Dump Cake
- Works well with fresh fruit or a canned peaches
- Only 4 ingredients!
- A truly easy recipe with minimal effort
- Packed with peach flavor with a golden topping
- Perfect with a scoop of vanilla ice cream
This is a great way to make a comforting dessert without fussing with fancy techniques. Just dump, bake, and enjoy that buttery crust and buttery cake layer.
Ingredients
- Canned peaches in heavy syrup or fresh peaches, sliced
- Yellow cake mix (You can also use white cake mix, vanilla cake mix, or spice cake mix.)
- Unsalted butter, melted
- Ground cinnamon
- Optional: scoop of vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or both!
How to Make Skillet Peach Dump Cake
Follow these easy steps to make the best peach dump cake. You can also jump to the printable recipe card for the complete recipe.
1. Preheat the Oven
Set your oven (or f oven setting) to 350°F (175°C) and allow it to reach room temperature conditions inside. A preheated oven is key to achieving that golden brown crust.
2. Prepare the Skillet
Use a 10–12 inch cast-iron skillet (or a baking dish or baking pan).
- With fresh peaches, slice them and add them directly to the skillet.
- With canned peaches, pour the entire contents (including the syrup and peach juices) right into the pan.
If you prefer, you can also substitute peach pie filling, apple pie filling, or even make a variation using cherry pie filling to create something similar to a cherry dump cake.
3. Add the Cake Mix Layer
Sprinkle the dry cake mix (your box of cake mix, box of yellow cake mix, or any of your favorite cake mixes) evenly over the peaches. Do NOT stir. Leaving the dry ingredients sitting on top creates the perfect cake mix layer and ensures the top of the cake mix bakes into a crisp, golden topping.
4. Sprinkle Ground Cinnamon
Add a generous layer of cinnamon. You can also add a little brown sugar for even more flavor.
5. Drizzle with Butter
Pour the melted butter evenly over the top of the cake mix. The amount of butter is what helps create that irresistible, crisp buttery crust and buttery cake layer.
6. Bake
Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until you see a bubbling edge and a perfectly baked, golden brown topping. The top of the fruit should be caramelized while the cake layer becomes crisp and golden.
7. Serve
Let the cake cool slightly before serving.
For the best flavor, pair your warm dump cake with:
- A scoop of vanilla ice cream
- Any scoop of ice cream
- A dollop of whipped cream
- A drizzle of vanilla extract on top
Storage
Store any leftover peach dump cake in an airtight container, covered with plastic wrap or aluminum foil. It will keep in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
You can reheat leftovers in the microwave or in the oven for a crispier texture.
Tips & Variations
- Try other cake mixes: experiment with white cake mix, vanilla cake mix, or even spice cake mix.
- Add fruit: add extra peach slices, blueberries, or raspberries.
- Slow cooker option: You can also make this in a slow cooker/crock pot.
- Extra flavor: add vanilla extract or a sprinkle of brown sugar over the top.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! Fresh peaches give amazing flavor and work beautifully. Just be sure to add a bit of sugar if your sweet peaches aren’t very ripe.
Absolutely. A baking pan, baking dish, or casserole dish works perfectly.
Yes! Any dry mix, including white cake mix, vanilla cake mix, or spice cake mix will work.
This is a modern twist on the first dump cake many of us grew up making. It uses the same concept: dump, bake, and enjoy.
This easy peach dump cake is one of the easiest desserts you can make. It’s perfect for busy nights, holidays, or anytime you want a delicious dessert without a lot of work. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or making your first dump cake, this simple recipe always turns out perfectly. Enjoy every warm, sweet, buttery bite!
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Peach Dump Cake Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 15 oz can of sliced peaches in syrup (or 2 cups fresh peaches, sliced)
- 1 15.25 oz box yellow cake mix
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter melted
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
- Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream optional for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Use a 10 to 12-inch cast iron skillet or another oven-safe skillet. If you’re using fresh peaches, slice and place them in the skillet. If using canned peaches, pour them (with syrup) directly into the skillet.
- Evenly sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix over the peaches. Do not stir; just let it sit on top.
- Sprinkle the ground cinnamon over the top.
- Pour the melted butter evenly over the cake mix.
- Place the skillet in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the cake mix is cooked through.
- Allow it to cool slightly before serving. This cake is delicious on its own or served warm with a scoop of ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
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