This Easy Peach Dump Cake is one of those magical desserts that feels like a warm hug in every bite—super simple, made with just five ingredients, and bursting with sweet, buttery peach flavor. It’s egg-free, fuss-free, and perfect for busy days when you want something comforting and delicious without spending hours in the kitchen. You can use canned, fresh, or frozen peaches!
Oriana’s Thoughts On The Recipe
I love having a few go-to recipes that I can whip up without thinking twice, and this Easy Peach Dump Cake is one of those sweet little treasures. It’s cozy, comforting, and made with just five simple ingredients I usually have in my pantry. Best part? No eggs involved! That means it’s perfect for our allergy-friendly household—and absolutely anyone can enjoy it.
I’ve made this cake so many times, especially when we’ve had unexpected guests or when the kids ask for “something sweet” after dinner. It takes minimal effort but tastes like something you’d find at a potluck or family picnic. That golden buttery topping with the sweet, gooey peach filling? Oh, my word… it’s dangerously good.
What I Love About This Recipe
Ingredients You’ll Need, Substitutions & Notes
Please check the recipe card at the bottom of the post for exact quantities and detailed instructions (scroll down).
- Sliced Peaches: These give the cake its juicy base. You can use canned peaches in heavy syrup (my fave option), fresh peaches, or frozen peaches. See recipe card for details.
- Peach Preserves: The secret ingredient! This ingredient is totally optional, but I love to add it because it adds rich, caramelized fruity flavor and helps create a jammy layer under the cake mix.
- Yellow Cake Mix: This forms the golden, crumbly topping. Use your favorite store brand (most are egg-free, but always double-check the label).
- Unsalted Butter: Adds that rich, buttery flavor and helps brown the top.
- Pure Vanilla Extract: A small touch of vanilla gives warmth and depth to the fruit.
Optional Toppings:
- Chopped pecans or walnuts: For crunch!
- Turbinado sugar: Sprinkle on top for a sparkly, sweet crunch.
- Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream: Highly recommended for serving!
Food Allergy Swaps
This recipe is naturally egg, nut, peanut, soy, sesame, fish, and shellfish-free, making it suitable for most dietary needs, but always check labels for hidden allergens.
- Dairy-Free: Use a dairy-free butter alternative to keep it completely dairy-free. Miyoko’s Creamery Organic Vegan Butter and Earth Balance Vegan Buttery Sticks are my top choices for vegan butter substitutes in baking.
- Gluten-Free: Use a gluten-free yellow cake mix. Most of the other ingredients are naturally gluten-free.
Potential Recipe Challenges & Pro Tips
- Soggy Bottom or Dry Top: Since this cake is a “dump” cake, layering matters. Pro Tip: Make sure you don’t stir the layers together!
- Uneven Baking: Some ovens bake hotter or cooler than others. Pro Tip: Check your cake at the 40-minute mark. The top should be golden and bubbling. If parts still look powdery, just gently smooth them with the back of a spoon and bake for 5–10 more minutes.
Process Overview: Step-by-Step Photos
Please check the recipe card at the bottom of the post for exact quantities and detailed instructions (scroll down).
Step 1 – Layer the peaches
Grab your 9×13 baking dish, grease it up with butter or baking spray, then pour in the canned peaches. Add a splash of vanilla if you’re using it. Just pour and spread things out a bit.
Helpful Tip
Fresh peaches: You can easily turn this into a recipe with fresh peaches. Peel and slice six to seven fresh peaches. Add them to the baking pan with 1/2 cup granulated sugar (or brown sugar for a touch of molasses flavor) and add ¼ cup of water. Toss to coat, then proceed with the recipe as directed.
Frozen peaches: If you prefer to use frozen peaches, thaw 5 – 6 cups frozen peaches. Add them to the baking pan with ½ cup granulated sugar. Add ¼ cup of water and toss to coat. Proceed with the recipe as directed.
Step 2 – Swirl in the preserves
Spoon the peach preserves right over the peaches and give them a little swirl with a spoon or butter knife. You don’t have to overthink it—just swirl to spread some of that jammy goodness around.
Step 3 – Add the cake mix
Now sprinkle the dry cake mix evenly over the top. Don’t mix it in—just spread it out gently so it covers the whole peach layer.
Step 4 – Top with butter
Slowly pour the melted butter evenly over the cake mix, covering as much of the surface as possible.
Step 5 – Add your toppings (if using)
Feel free to sprinkle some chopped pecans, walnuts, or turbinado sugar on top for extra crunch and sparkle. Totally optional, but a fun little bonus!
Step 6 – Bake
Pop the dish into a preheated 350ºF (175ºC) oven and bake for 45 to 50 minutes. You’ll know it’s ready when the top is golden and bubbly and it smells amazing.
Step 7 – Cool and serve
Let it cool for about 10–15 minutes so it sets a bit. Then dig in! It’s delicious warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream on top.
Extra Recipe Tips For Success
- Don’t mix the layers—this is the one time you get to be a little messy!
- Spread the melted butter as evenly as possible to help it melt over the entire top.
- Let it sit for at least 10–15 minutes after baking. It’ll thicken slightly as it cools.
Variations & Additions
- Berry Peach Dump Cake: Add a handful of fresh or frozen berries with the peaches.
- Spiced Peach Cake: Sprinkle a little cinnamon or nutmeg over the fruit before adding the cake mix.
- Tropical Twist: Mix in a bit of shredded coconut or swap out half the peaches for canned pineapple chunks.
Serving Suggestions
We love serving this warm with a big scoop of eggless vanilla ice cream—it’s classic and so comforting. For a lighter option, whipped cream works beautifully, too. And let me tell you… It’s just as tasty chilled the next day, straight from the fridge!
Storage and Freezing Instructions
Store: Cover tightly and store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Reheat: Pop a serving in the microwave for about 20–30 seconds to warm it up.
Freeze: Let it cool completely, then wrap it tightly and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat before serving.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Recipe Card
Ultimate Easy Peach Dump Cake (5 Ingredients)
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 – 29 oz (822 g) can sliced peaches in heavy syrup, undrained (see notes for fresh and frozen peaches)
- 1 – 15.5 (425 g) can sliced peaches in heavy syrup drained
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract (optional but highly recommended)
- ¼ cup (80 g) peach preserves (optional but highly recommended)
- 1 – 15.25 (468 g) box yellow cake mix
- ¾ cup (174 g) unsalted butter, melted
Optional Toppings:
- ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts (for crunch)
- Turbinado sugar (for sparkle)
For Serving:
- Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream
Important
You can find step-by-step photos above in the post and/or right here on the recipe card. They’ll walk you through the process and make everything super clear! Just click the camera icon button below on the right to show or hide them. Turn them off before printing if you prefer a cleaner copy!
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350º F (180º C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray or butter.
- If Using Canned Peaches: Pour the 29 oz – 822 g can of peaches with their syrup into the baking dish. Then add the drained peaches from the 15.5 – 425 g can. Add the vanilla if using; mix to combine. If Using Fresh Peaches: You can easily turn this into a recipe with fresh peaches. Peel and slice six to seven fresh peaches. Add them to the baking pan with 1/2 cup of granulated sugar (or brown sugar for a touch of molasses flavor), add ¼ cup of water, and vanilla. Toss to coat, then proceed with the recipe as directed.If Using Frozen Peaches: If you prefer to use frozen peaches, thaw 5 – 6 cups frozen peaches. Add them to the baking pan with ½ cup granulated sugar. Add ¼ cup of water and vanilla. Toss to coat. Proceed with the recipe as directed.
- Dollop the peach preserves over the peaches and gently swirl them in. No need to mix—just a little swirl is perfect.Tip: If you want to add a little something, sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon over the peaches.
- Evenly sprinkle the dry cake mix over the peach mixture. Don’t stir!
- Slowly pour the melted butter evenly over the cake mix, covering as much of the surface as possible. If using, sprinkle chopped nuts or turbinado sugar over the butter for added crunch and texture.
- Bake for 50 – 60 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly around the edges. Let cool for 10–15 minutes before serving.
- Fresh peaches: Use 6–7 large ripe peaches, peeled and sliced.
- Canned peaches: Use 1 (29 oz / 822 g) can sliced peaches in heavy syrup, undrained, plus 1 (15.5 oz / 425 g) can sliced peaches in heavy syrup, drained.
- Frozen peaches: Use 2 (16 oz / 454 g) bags of sliced peaches (no need to thaw).
- Dairy-Free: Use a dairy-free butter alternative to keep it completely dairy-free. Miyoko’s Creamery Organic Vegan Butter and Earth Balance Vegan Buttery Sticks are my top choices for vegan butter substitutes in baking.
- Gluten-Free: Use a gluten-free yellow cake mix. Most of the other ingredients are naturally gluten-free.
- Soggy Bottom or Dry Top: Since this cake is a “dump” cake, layering matters. Pro Tip: Make sure you don’t stir the layers together!
- Uneven Baking: Some ovens bake hotter or cooler than others. Pro Tip: Check your cake at the 40-minute mark. The top should be golden and bubbling. If parts still look powdery, just gently smooth them with the back of a spoon and bake for 5–10 more minutes.
- Don’t mix the layers—this is the one time you get to be a little messy!
- Spread the melted butter as evenly as possible to help it melt over the entire top.
- Let it sit for at least 10–15 minutes after baking. It’ll thicken slightly as it cools.
- Berry Peach Dump Cake: Add a handful of fresh or frozen berries with the peaches.
- Spiced Peach Cake: Sprinkle a little cinnamon or nutmeg over the fruit before adding the cake mix.
- Tropical Twist: Mix in a bit of shredded coconut or swap out half the peaches for canned pineapple chunks.
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This cake is one of those “throw it together and everyone’s happy” desserts. Warm, cozy, and packed with peach flavor — it feels like summer in every bite. My daughter loves to pair it with a glass of milk.
Hello Victor! That sounds perfect! 🍑 I love those easy, crowd-pleasing desserts that bring a little sunshine to the table. So glad your daughter enjoys it too—peach cake and milk make such a sweet combo!