This Peach Jell-O Dump Cake is one of those effortlessly nostalgic desserts that feels like it came straight from a family Sunday table.
With juicy peaches layered beneath a buttery cake topping and a burst of fruity gelatin flavor, every bite delivers a soft, gooey center with a lightly crisp golden crust. It’s simple, comforting, and packed with sweet peach goodness.
What makes this recipe truly special is how incredibly easy it is to throw together—no mixing bowls, no complicated steps, just layer and bake.
The Jell-O infuses the cake with a vibrant peach flavor while helping create a luscious syrupy base that pairs perfectly with the tender cake topping. Serve it warm with a scoop of ice cream or enjoy it chilled for a refreshing treat.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 1 hr
Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
Servings: 12
Yield: 1 9×13-inch cake
Ingredients
- 1 (29 ounce) can sliced peaches, drained (reserve 1 cup juice)
- 1 (6 ounce) package peach-flavored Jell-O gelatin
- 1 (15.25 ounce) package yellow cake mix
- 1/2 cup butter, cut into small pieces
- 1/2 cup water
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Spread the drained peach slices evenly across the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Sprinkle the dry peach Jell-O gelatin evenly over the peaches.
- Layer the dry yellow cake mix evenly over the gelatin without stirring.
- Distribute the butter pieces evenly across the top of the cake mix.
- Combine the reserved peach juice with the water, then pour evenly over the entire dish.
- Bake for about 1 hour, or until the top is golden brown and the edges are bubbling.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or chilled.
Chefs Notes
- For extra richness, use melted butter instead of pieces and drizzle evenly.
- Add a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg for a warm spiced twist.
- Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped topping for a classic pairing.
- If using fresh peaches, lightly sweeten them and add a bit of extra liquid.