Approximate per serving (based on 12 servings):
Calories: 280
Total Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 25mg
Sodium: 320mg
Total Carbohydrates: 45g
Dietary Fiber: 1g
Sugars: 28g
Protein: 2g
User Reviews/Comments
Maria J. – “This recipe saved my butt when I forgot dessert for a potluck. Everyone wanted the recipe!”
Jason T. – “Did this with cherry pie filling instead—still amazing. Don’t skip the cinnamon.”
Alana G. – “Made this drunk at midnight. Best decision of the night.”
Connor B. – “Reminds me of summers in Georgia. Simple and perfect.”
FAQs
Can I use fresh peaches instead of canned?
Yes! Just make sure to add some sugar and juice to mimic the syrup from canned peaches. About 4 cups of peeled, sliced peaches with 1/2 cup sugar and a splash of lemon juice works great. It works especially well for a homemade peach dump cake.
Does this need to be refrigerated?
If you have leftovers (unlikely), store them in the fridge covered for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or eat cold.
Can I make it ahead of time?
Totally. Bake it, cool it, and store covered. Reheat in a 300°F oven for about 15 minutes or until warmed through.
Why isn’t the cake mix fully cooked in some spots?
Make sure your butter is evenly distributed over the top. Dry patches happen when parts of the mix don’t get moistened by the butter or syrup.
What’s the best cake mix to use?
Yellow cake mix is the classic, but white, spice, or even butter pecan mixes can add interesting flavors to your peach dump cake.
Conclusion
Peach dump cake is the culinary equivalent of a good dive bar: reliable, no-fuss, and always there when you need it. It’s the kind of dessert that doesn’t care about presentation but punches above its weight in flavor. One bite, and you’re back in your grandma’s kitchen or sitting on a back porch in July. And if you ever find yourself wondering how something so simple can be so damn good—just go with it. Some things don’t need an explanation.
For more on the cultural love affair with canned peaches, check out this deep dive on peaches over at Wikipedia. Sometimes history tastes like syrup and sunshine. This peach dump cake proves that beautifully.
