This viral TikTok Cinnamon Toast Crunch Dump Cake recipe is the ultimate "lazy dessert," perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth with minimal effort.
Dump cakes are the perfect "lazy dessert." All you need for this recipe is a cake mix, butter, eggs, milk and a childhood favorite cereal.
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Dump cakes are one of our easy desserts that are also the most popular on the blog...because they're easy to make and delicious. Oh, and they also feed a crowd.
This dump cake recipe is taking the internet by storm, and for good reason. It uses my kid's favorite Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cereal that's filled with sweet, crispy, and cinnamony goodness that will transport you back to Saturday morning cartoons.
With its simple preparation and irresistible flavors, this dump cake is sure to become your new go-to dessert.
This recipe was inspired by Cinnamon Toast Peach Dump Cake and my Cinnamon Toast Crunch Apple Dump Cake; both use the same boxed cereal to get the delicious cinnamon crunch!
Table of Contents
- What is a Dump Cake?
- What is the difference between Cobbler and Dump Cake?
- Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cake TikTok
- Helpful Kitchen Tools
- Main Ingredients Needed
- Recipe Variations and Substitutions
- Step-by-Step Instructions
- How to make Poke Cake
- Add the Topping and Decorate
- Before You Begin!
- Storage, Freezing and Thawing Tips
- More Recipes to Love
- 📖 Recipe Card
- 💬 Comments
What is a Dump Cake?
A dump cake is the ultimate shortcut dessert, eliminating the need for mixing bowls and complicated steps. Simply layer the ingredients – typically fruit, cake mix, and melted butter – directly into a baking dish and bake.
The result is a warm, gooey treat with a crispy, cake-like topping that requires minimal effort but delivers maximum flavor.
What is the difference between Cobbler and Dump Cake?
While cobbler and dump cake may appear to be similar desserts, there are actually a few key differences between the two:
Cobblers typically boast a biscuit or crumble topping, which requires some mixing and preparation before being added to the fruit base. This topping bakes up into a golden, crumbly layer that complements the juicy fruit filling.
Dump Cakes are prepared by simply "dumping" the ingredients—fruit, dry cake mix, and melted butter—into a baking dish without any fuss. The cake mix transforms into a moist, cake-like topping in the oven, creating a delightful contrast to the fruit below.
Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cake TikTok
Move over, pumpkin spice – there’s a new flavor in town! Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cake is taking the internet by storm, and for good reason.
This easy dessert recipe is made with just a few ingredients and the results are simply amazing. The rich and creamy cinnamon frosting pairs perfectly with the moist and fluffy cake, and the addition of crunchy Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal gives the perfect finishing touch.
Helpful Kitchen Tools
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Main Ingredients Needed
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Recipe Variations and Substitutions
- You can use regular white cake mix as well.
- Swap out Cinnamon Toast Crunch for other sweet cereals like Fruity Pebbles, Golden Grahams, or even Cocoa Puffs.
- Add a layer of canned fruit, such as peaches, blueberries, or apples, for a juicy twist.
- Leave off the whipped topping and crushed cereal crumble until ready to serve.
- Top with a simple vanilla glaze, cream cheese frosting, or whipped cream for extra indulgence.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Combine the cake mix, oil, water, eggs and ½ teaspoon of the cinnamon.
Step 2: Pour into a prepared 9X13 baking dish and bake in a preheated 350°F oven for 30 - 35 minutes.
Step 3: Combine the sweetened condensed milk with the remaining teaspoon of cinnamon. Stir to combine.
How to make Poke Cake
Step 4: Using the back of a wooden spoon or a large straw, poke holes in the surface of the cake.
Step 5: Pour the filling on top of the cake and spread it around so it gets into all the holes you created.
Add the Topping and Decorate
Step 6: Spread the whipped topping on top of the cake. Top with the crushed cereal.
Before You Begin!
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Storage, Freezing and Thawing Tips
Refrigerator: Leftover cinnamon toast crunch dump cake can be stored in the fridge for up to a week. To store the cake, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil.
Freezer: The cake can also be frozen for up to three months. Allow the cake to cool completely at room temperature. This prevents condensation and ice crystals from forming inside the cake. Place the wrapped cake in a freezer-safe bag or container, label with the date, and freeze for up to 3 months.
Thawing: When you are ready to eat the cake, thaw it in the fridge overnight and then reheat it in the oven or microwave.
More Recipes to Love
Looking for more Dump Cake Recipes? Try my Apple Dump Cake Recipe, Peach Crunch Cake or my Air Fryer Peach Dump Cake...yum!
📖 Recipe Card
Cinnamon Toast Crunch Dump Cake
Ingredients
- 1 box white or vanilla cake mix; 15.25 ounce size
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup water
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- 1 ½ teaspoons cinnamon; divided
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk; 14 ounce size
- 1 tub defrosted whipped topping; 8 ounce size
- 2 cups Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cereal; slightly crushed.
Method
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Spray a 9X13 baking dish with non-stick baking spray and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, oil, water, eggs and ½ teaspoon of the cinnamon.
- When the cake batter is combined, pour into the baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean.
- Set cake aside to cool.
- When the cake is cool, use a large straw or end of a wodden spoon to poke holes in the surface of the cake.
- Prepare the filling by combining the sweetened condensed milk with the remaining 1 teaspoon cinnamon.
- Stir to combine.
- Pour the milk mixture all over the cake so it gets into all the holes you created.
- Next spread the whipped topping all over the cake.
- Top with the crushed Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cereal.
- Refrigerate for 4 hours.
- Serve and enjoy.
Michele Graham says
Yum. Thanks for sharing at Funtastic Friday.