This Easy Pear Dump Cake with Crumbly Topping combines sweet pears with a buttery cake topping for a simple, satisfying dessert that’s perfect for any occasion.
For the Pear Filling:
2 cans (15 oz each) pear halves, drained and sliced (or about 4 cups fresh pears, peeled and sliced)
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the Crumbly Topping:
1 box yellow cake mix
1/4 cup brown sugar (optional)
1/2 cup butter, melted
1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Mix pears, sugar, lemon juice, and cinnamon. Pour into the baking dish.
Sprinkle cake mix evenly over the pears, then drizzle with melted butter.
Add nuts, if desired, and bake for 45-50 minutes or until golden brown.
Let cool for a few minutes, then serve with whipped cream or ice cream.