Peach Crunch Cake

If you're craving a dessert that's both effortless and indulgent, look no further than this Peach Crunch Cake.

Combining the sweet juiciness of canned peaches with the buttery richness of yellow cake mix and brown sugar, this Peach Dessert Recipe delivers a golden, crispy topping over a warm, fruity base.

It's the kind of treat that tastes like you spent hours in the kitchen, but in reality, it comes together in just minutes.

This recipe was one of the very first to go “viral” on my blog, and it’s easy to see why—readers come back to it year after year.

What sets it apart from all the other peach dump cake recipes is the irresistible crunchy topping that forms as it bakes, giving every bite the perfect balance of soft, juicy peaches and buttery crisp texture.

Looking for more Easy Desserts like this one? Try my Cinnamon Toast Crunch Peach Dump Cake Recipe or my Peach Cobbler with Cake Mix Recipe.

Table of Contents

• Craving a Pioneer Woman Peach Dump Cake? This Recipe Is Even Easier
• Helpful Kitchen Tools
• Main Ingredients Needed
• Substitutions and Variations
• Step-by-Step Directions
• Baking Instructions
• Before You Begin!
• Recipe FAQ's
• How to Store, Freeze, and Reheat
• More Easy Dump Cake Recipes to LOVE
• 📖 Recipe Card
• 💬 Comments

Craving a Pioneer Woman Peach Dump Cake? This Recipe Is Even Easier

• Don’t Stir the Layers: Simply layer the ingredients as directed—usually fruit on the bottom, dry cake mix on top, and butter last. Stirring can ruin the texture.
• Slice or Melt the Butter Evenly: Distribute melted butter or thin slices evenly over the dry cake mix to ensure it bakes up golden and crisp without dry patches.
• Use a 9x13-Inch Baking Dish: This size helps everything bake evenly and gives the right fruit-to-cake ratio.
• Add Texture: Sprinkle chopped nuts, oats, or shredded coconut over the top before baking for an extra crunch.
• Let It Cool Slightly: Allow the dump cake to rest for 10–15 minutes after baking so the filling sets and the topping crisps up even more.

Helpful Kitchen Tools

Bakeware SetMore InformationPyrex Basics 3 Quart GlassMore InformationInsulated Expandable Double Casserole CarrierMore InformationCook with Color 8 PieceMore InformationPastel Polka Dot Picnic/Dinner Plate,More Information

 

Main Ingredients Needed

Step-by-Step Directions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.  In the bottom of a 9X12 baking dish that's been sprayed with non-stick cooking spray, add the canned peaches juice and all.

Step 2: Sprinkle the dry cake mix evenly over the peaches. Make sure to cover the entire surface so the topping bakes up crisp and golden.

Step 3: Next, place the butter slices evenly over the entire surface of the cake mix. As the cake bakes, the butter will melt and soak through the layers, creating a rich, golden topping.

Step 4: Evenly sprinkle the brown sugar over the surface—this adds a rich flavor and helps create that signature crunchy topping.

Baking Instructions

Step 5: Bake the dump cake in a 350 degree F oven for 35 minutes. The dump cake is done when the top is nice and brown and the filling is bubbling. The only thing missing from this now is scoop of vanilla ice cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

How to Store, Freeze, and Reheat

Refrigerate: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat individual servings in the microwave for about 20–30 seconds.

Freezer: Let the cake cool completely, then wrap tightly in plastic wrap and foil or place in a freezer-safe container. It can be frozen for up to 3 months.

Thaw and Reheat: Defrost overnight in the refrigerator. To reheat, warm in the oven at 325°F for about 15–20 minutes or until heated through and the topping is slightly crisp again.

More Easy Dump Cake Recipes to LOVE

Don’t forget to check out my full list of dump cake recipes and clever cake mix hacks that make baking a breeze!

📖 Recipe Card

This recipe has been updated since it first appeared on my site in 2012 with a new recipe card showing new sizes for canned peaches.