Cherry Almond Cobbler Dump Cake
This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
Cherry Almond Cobbler Dump Cake tastes exactly like you made it from scratch, but it's so much easier. With only 5 ingredients, you'll be in cobbler heaven in seconds flat!
Looking for more cherry desserts? Try my popular Cherry Cheesecake Brownies, or this Crescent Roll Cherry Cobbler that uses puff pastry for the crust.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
I love desserts that can be mixed and baked without much effort. There are plenty of recipes you can make from scratch, but this cherry cobbler is all about simplicity.
What sets this cobbler apart is its decadent Almond Whipped Cream that tastes like it was created in a fancy restaurant! This recipe is a mix between a cherry cobbler and a dump cake, but the toasted almonds and whipped cream take it to another level. It's perfect to serve at the holidays, family dinners, or potlucks and picnics.
Key Ingredients
I like that you can make this easy dessert with ingredients you probably have in your pantry. All it takes is a vanilla cake mix, melted butter, cherry pie filling, almond extract, and some toasted almonds. Now, that's easy!
For the Almond Whipped Cream, you'll need heavy whipping cream, almond extract and powdered sugar. Quantities are listed in the recipe card below.
How to Make Cherry Almond Cobbler Dump Cake
- Empty cans of cherry pie filling into 13 x 9 oven safe dish. Stir in almond extract.
- Sprinkle cake mix on top.
- Sprinkle cake mix with slivered almonds.
- Pour melted butter over the top.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 50 minutes until top is crunchy.
- Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream if desired!
How to Make Almond Whipped Cream
- Beat heavy whipping cream with a mixer at high speed until peaks form.
- Add powdered sugar and almond extract.
- Mix well, then place in a piping bag or spoon a dollop on top of cobbler.
Can I Substitute Pie Filling?
Absolutely! You can use apple, blueberry or peach pie filling as a substitute for the cherry if you like. If you make substitutions, you might want to use vanilla extract and cinnamon if you choose apple or peach. It's fun to play around with the combinations!
Can I Use Another Type of Cake Mix?
I've tried all sorts of cake mixes with this recipe and so far I haven't met one I didn't like! To create a chocolate covered cherry cobbler, just substitute a chocolate cake mix and add chocolate syrup at the end. If you decide to use apple pie filling, spice cake mix tastes great with that type of pie filling.
Debi's Tips
- When pouring butter over the cake mix, try to cover it as best you can. There will be places that don't get any butter but that's okay.
- Take a knife and swirl the butter into the cake mix slightly to help with coverage. Try not to touch the cherry layer with the knife.
- When toasting the almonds, keep your eye on them. It usually takes about 5 minutes, but since ovens vary, it's wise to watch them closely so they won't burn.
More Desserts to Love
If you love making easy desserts, try these tasty treats too!
Thanks for visiting Quiche My Grits! ❤️ I love making recipes for you! Follow me on Pinterest, Facebook, and Instagram!
Recipe Card
Cherry Cobbler Dump Cake
*See notes in blog post for detailed tips, photos and instructions.
Equipment
Ingredients
COBBLER
- 2 cans (21 oz cherry pie filling)
- 1 tsp. almond extract
- 1 vanilla cake mix (15.25 oz)
- 1 cup sliced almonds
- 1 stick butter (melted)
ALMOND WHIPPED CREAM
- 1 carton 16 oz heavy whipping cream
- 1 Tbsp. powdered sugar
- 1 tsp. almond extract
Instructions
COBBLER
- Empty cans of cherry pie filling into 13 x 9 oven safe dish. Stir in almond extract.2 cans, 1 tsp. almond extract
- Sprinkle cake mix on top.1 vanilla cake mix
- Sprinkle cake mix with sliced almonds.1 cup sliced almonds
- Pour melted butter over the top of cake mix and almonds.1 stick butter
- Bake at 350 degrees for 50 minutes until top is crunchy.
- Serve with homemade almond whipped cream!
ALMOND WHIPPED CREAM
- With a mixer, beat heavy whipping cream at high speed until peaks form.1 carton
- Stir in powdered sugar and almond extract. Mix well.1 tsp. almond extract, 1 Tbsp. powdered sugar
- Place whipped cream in a piping bag and pipe on top of cobbler, or spoon a dollop on top.
Notes
- Pour butter over cake mix as best as you can. It won't cover the entire area, but that's okay.
- Use a knife to swirl the butter into the cake mix if desired. Try not to touch the cherry layer.
- The almonds will toast on the top of the cobbler and create a delicious crust.
Nutrition
Nutrition info is an auto generated estimate.
I love the variations in Cobblers across the world, here in the UK the Cobbler has scone type dumplings on top that look like the old cobbled streets of London when they're baked, whilst in the US the name came from a recipe being 'cobbled' together. I find this fascinating the world of recipes and traditions. The cherry and almond combo you have in this recipe is a winner in my books.
Ooooooh, this looks wonderful! I love almonds and almond flavoring. Can’t wait to try it. There’s nothing better than warm cobbler. Thanks!
You're speaking my language! I love cherries and almonds together. 🙂
Can’t wait to try!
I hope you do! It's a keeper! 🙂
This cobbler looks so good! Can't wait to make it this weekend.
Thanks Tammie! Let me know if you make it and how it turned out! 🙂
I love dump cakes and even more almond. This looks like a winner to me. Can't wait to try it! Thanks Debi
Yay! Let me know what you think! 🙂