Why is it called a "dump" cake?
It’s called a dump cake because all ingredients are dumped into a Cast iron Dutch oven, cake pan or slow cooker. This makes a fantastic camp dessert because of the minimal meal prep that may be required for other recipes.
Is a "dump" cake the same as a cobbler?
Dump cakes are different in that they usually are made with a cake mix and a can of soda. Cobblers usually are covered with a crusty topping and a fruit filling.
What is in a Camp Oven Peach Dump Cake?
- Canned Peaches in juice
- 1 Box yellow cake mix
- ¼ lb stick of salted butter
- 12 oz can lemon lime soda
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
It's as simple as that! 5 simple ingredients and you are on your way to a delicious camp oven treat that will bring everyone to the camp fire.
Should I drain the peach juice?
No draining required, the juice will allow the box cake mix cook all the way through. You can use peaches that are in juice or heavy syrup depending on your preference.
Whats the best way to use leftover peaches?
Make a meal out of it! Habenero Peach Pork Burgers are a delicious way to kick it up while packing in the delicious peach flavor in one delightful pork burger!
Habanero Peach Pork Burgers from The Complete Savorist
Making a Peach Dump Cake
Let's get started! Here's step by step directions on how to make a Peach Dump Cake.
Evenly pour the peaches in the cast iron camp oven.
Spread cake mix evenly over the peaches, breaking up any clumps.
Pour the lemon lime soda over the mixture.
Place the cubed butter evenly on top of the mixture. Then sprinkle cinnamon on top.
Once cooked, it will be ready to serve!
Get the Recipe
Camp Oven Peach Dump Cake
Equipment
- 12" camp oven OR 6 qt. Dutch Oven
Ingredients
- 58 oz canned peaches in juice
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- ¼ lb butter; salted 1 stick
- 12 oz lemon lime soda
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
Camp Oven
- Heat coals in a charcoal chimney.
- Once hot, place 12 coals on bottom (camp table, fire pit, etc).
- Nestle camp oven on top of the coals.
- Evenly pour the peaches in the camp oven.
- Spread cake mix evenly over the peaches, breaking up any clumps.
- Pour the lemon lime soda over the mixture.
- Place the cubed butter evenly on top of the mixture.
- Sprinkle cinnamon on top.
- Cover with the camp oven lid.
- Place heated coals over the entire lid.
- Allow to cook for 45 minutes.
- Check for doneness by using a lid lifter, if not done, cook up to an additional 15 minutes.
- When done, remove from coals and serve immediately.
Dutch Oven
- Pre-heat oven to 350°F
- Evenly pour the peaches in the Dutch oven.
- Spread cake mix evenly over the peaches, breaking up any clumps.
- Pour the lemon lime soda over the mixture.
- Place the cubed butter evenly on top of the mixture.
- Sprinkle cinnamon on top.
- Cover with the Dutch oven lid.
- Allow to cook for 45 minutes.
- Check for doneness if not done, cook up to an additional 15 minutes.
- When done, remove from oven and serve immediately.
Nutrition
Dutch Oven Daddy is not a dietician or nutritionist, and any nutritional information shared is only an estimate. We recommend running the ingredients through an online nutritional calculator if you need to verify any information.
This post has been updated from it’s original publication date of May 15, 2017. Added additional pictures and updated the amount of cinnamon and the amount of peaches used. Recipe card was added with the updated ingredients mentioned above.
Colleen
What a simple and delicious dessert. We do a lot of camping so I'm saving this one!
Angela
What a fun idea for a camping dessert! I love the idea of dumping everything in to one pot as well! Great recipe.
Ashley
A 5-ingredient one-pot dessert? Sign me up! This was so easy and delicious. I may try it with canned pears or apples next time.
Paula
Wow! Just loved this incredible peach cake. Cant wait to make it again