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Cranberry Dump Cake

  • Author: Sarah
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Indulge in the warm, buttery goodness of Cranberry Dump Cake, where tart cranberries meet a fluffy cake mix for a truly delightful dessert experience.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups fresh or frozen unsweetened cranberries
  • 1 box yellow cake mix (15.25 oz)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick, melted)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup water

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. Evenly spread the cranberries over the bottom of the greased baking dish.
  3. Sprinkle the granulated sugar over the cranberries to enhance their sweetness.
  4. Carefully pour the dry yellow cake mix over the cranberries without mixing it in.
  5. Melt the unsalted butter and drizzle it evenly over the top of the cake mix.
  6. Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 50-60 minutes, or until golden brown on top.
  7. Enjoy warm, optionally topped with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 210mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 43g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in a teaspoon of cinnamon or nutmeg with the sugar. You can substitute cranberries with blueberries or cherries for a different twist.