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Canned cherry pie filling and crushed pineapple are mixed to create a decadent fruit filling, while a cake mix, almonds, shredded coconut and margarine form the ultimate crisp on top of this Darn if I know Cake.
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Darn If I Know Cake (Cherry Almond Dump Cake)

Darn If I Know Cake is one of those recipes with random ingredients that comes together for a delightful family-pleasing dessert. This cherry almond dump cake with coconut goes together in the pan it's baked in, so that means no extra dishes to wash.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 5 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cherry almond dump cake, darn if i know cake
Servings: 15
Calories: 321kcal
Author: Megan

Ingredients

  • 20 oz. crushed pineapple (do NOT drain)
  • 21 oz. cherry pie filling
  • 15.25 oz. dry cake mix (white or yellow)
  • 1 cup shredded coconut
  • 1 cup sliced almonds
  • 1 1/2 sticks margarine

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 13 x 9 inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray
  • In the 13x9 inch baking dish, mix undrained crushed pineapple and cherry pie filling.
  • Sprinkle dry cake mix evenly over cherry pie filling; sprinkle with coconut and sliced almonds.
  • Slice margine in thin slices, and arrange evenly over cake mixture.
    Darn If I Know Cake is one of those recipes with random ingredients that comes together for a delightful family-pleasing dessert. This cherry almond dump cake with coconut goes together in the pan it's baked in. That means no extra dishes to wash.
  • Bake for 50 to 60 minutes or until golden brown. 

Notes

Nutrition

Calories: 321kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 340mg | Potassium: 172mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 505IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 92mg | Iron: 1mg