Want to break all the baking rules this Thanksgiving? Or at least not follow the directions on the back of a boxed cake mix? That’s what most dump cakes allow you to do. You just dump the mix in a bowl with a few other ingredients (some that differ from the box instructions) and you have an easy dessert that comes together in minutes before popping it in the oven. These beloved dump cake recipes are packed with fall flavor and take a little bit of the hard work out of preparing for the big holiday.
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Pumpkin Dump Cake
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“I love this pumpkin dump cake recipe. There are lots of different variations out there, but I think this is the easiest one to remember and make. Sprinkle the butter over the cake mix evenly for the crunchiest topping. Delicious served cool with whipped cream.” —Carolyn Busch
02 of 20
Apple Dump Cake
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“This apple dump cake was one of the first things I made when I was learning to bake, and I still make it for parties. It calls for just three ingredients, is super quick and easy to make, and is a real crowd-pleaser. A dollop of vanilla ice cream tops it very well.” —Marya Marta Krause
03 of 20
Caramel Apple Dump Cake
“This caramel apple dump cake recipe, with its warm, spiced apples and buttery, crunchy topping, screams fall. This dessert is so quick and easy. It’s delicious with vanilla ice cream or topped with more caramel sauce.” —Pam Lolley
04 of 20
Cinnamon Roll Dump Cake
“This dump cake recipe takes advantage of not one, but three store-bought items for an easy homemade dessert. Canned cinnamon rolls are topped with ready-made cream cheese frosting and a box of cinnamon swirl coffee cake mix tops it off all in one 9×13-inch pan. Make sure to cover every bit of the cake mix [with butter]—this provides the moisture it needs to cook properly.” —Annie Campbell
05 of 20
German Chocolate Dump Cake
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“This German chocolate dump cake tastes like the real thing, but batter, filling, and topping elements are all baked together. It has the pecan and coconut flavors you expect, and the cream cheese swirl carries the frosting flavor. It’s nicely moist, and you get crunchy bits—really enjoyable.” —Juliana Hale
06 of 20
Sweet Potato Dump Cake
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“This easy sweet potato dump cake is like sweet potato casserole, the dessert version. Buttery and sweet, with a crunchy top, you’ll be the hit of every fall potluck you’re invited to.” —Kathryn Hendrix, RDN, LD
07 of 20
Cinnamon Toast Crunch Apple Dump Cake
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“This Cinnamon Toast Crunch apple dump cake is delicious with cold vanilla ice cream or a cup of coffee, and about the easiest dessert you’ll ever make. With only four ingredients, it’s assembled and ready for the oven in five minutes.” —Nicole McLaughlin
08 of 20
Pumpkin Pie Dump Cake
“This pumpkin pie dump cake is like a pumpkin pie topped with buttery, crunchy cake. Using spice cake mix for the topping, it’s extra easy, with minimal measuring.” —Nicole McLaughlin
09 of 20
Chocolate Dump Cake
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“This chocolate dump cake is rich, fudgy, and made with just five ingredients and requires only 10 minutes of prep time. This speedy, no-fuss chocolate dump cake is a dessert that doesn’t skimp on chocolaty goodness.” —Karla Harmer
10 of 20
Upside-Down Pumpkin Cake
“This pumpkin upside-down cake has become my family’s favorite dessert at Thanksgiving, taking the place of pumpkin pie! Walnuts can be substituted for pecans.” —JCAIN2U
11 of 20
Black Forest Brownie Dump Cake
“This simple dump cake is super sweet and indulgent with a classic pairing of cherries and chocolate. Salted butter balances out the sweetness and adds rich flavor to the gooey chocolate brownie topping. Serve this warm dessert with cold vanilla ice cream for the perfect bite!” —Nicole McLaughlin
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Cookies and Cream Dump Cake
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“In this cookies and cream dump cake, chocolate sandwich cookies, sweetened condensed milk, whipped topping, and devil’s food cake mix are layered into one irresistibly gooey dessert. Serve warm with an extra dollop of whipped topping.” —Diana Moutsopoulos
13 of 20
Pumpkin Cobbler
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“This pumpkin cobbler recipe is the one everyone asks me to make and bring starting in October and continuing through the holiday season. A perfectly spiced pumpkin filling is topped with an easy cobbler topping made with a box of yellow cake mix and melted butter. It’s simple and delicious! Top with vanilla ice cream or homemade whipped cream.” —holly
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S’mores Dump Cake
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“This s’mores dump cake skips the campfire and combines all the nostalgic flavor of toasted marshmallows, gooey chocolate, and crunchy graham crackers in one cake.” —Diana Moutsopoulos
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Easy Dump Cake
“This dump cake bakes up moist and chocolatey in a Bundt pan, with a tender crumb and simple preparation that suits first-time bakers.” —Meredith
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Banana Pudding Dump Cake
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“This banana pudding dump cake combines the creamy texture of banana pudding with the ease of a dump cake. Served cold with a gooey filling and a crisp, buttery topping, it’s an incredibly tasty dessert that’s perfect for potlucks.” —Jaelyn Luong
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Slow Cooker Apple Dump Cake
Slow Cooker Apple Dump Cake
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“This slow cooker apple dump cake, made with just four ingredients, comes out bubbly and sweet, with a golden-brown top and a light cinnamon note, making it a natural match for a scoop of vanilla ice cream.” —stangs05
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Pumpkin Crunch Cake
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“This Pumpkin Crunch Cake is a dump-style dessert with canned pumpkin and cake mix that bakes up sweet and buttery, with a crunchy top and soft center.” —Nora LaCroix
19 of 20
3-Ingredient Eggnog Dump Cake
“This three-ingredient eggnog dump cake could not be easier! It uses the classic three-ingredient formula for dump cakes—perfect for popping in the oven at a moment’s notice! Cake mix, eggnog, and butter are all you need. Serve with whipped topping or ice cream for the perfect finish.” —Natalie Gravois
20 of 20
Cranberry-Apple Dump Cake
Tart cranberry shines in this cran-apple riff on a classic dump cake. And if you’re burnt out on apples, we also have a pineapple version designed for the slow cooker.
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