Dump Cake (Very easy, kids can do it!)

This dessert is like a cherry cobbler. Very easy to make, and sure to please.

1 20oz can crushed pineapple (in syrup)--undrained
1 21oz can cherry (or blueberry or blackberry) pie filling
1 yellow cake mix (NOT one with pudding in the mix)
1 cup of your favorite chopped nuts (pecans, walnuts, or almonds)
1 stick butter (do not substitute margarine)


Lightly spray 9 x 13 pan (preferably glass) with Pam.

Spread crushed pineapple and berry pie filling in the bottom of pan, and then gently stir to mix evenly.

Sprinkle cake mix in an even layer on top; gently "level" with hand taking care not to poke into fruit layer.

Sprinkle nuts evenly over the top of the cake.

Slice very cold butter into very thin slices. Place butter evenly over entire top of cake, covering as much of the surface as possible. (You may need a little more than one stick of butter, depending on the size of the pan.)

Bake at 350 degrees for 45-55 minutes, until top is lightly browned and fruit is bubbling.

Serve warm or cold. Best warm with ice cream or whipping cream.