Rhubarb Dump Cake – Easy 1-Pan Dessert Magic! 🍓🍰


 

Sweet, tart, and irresistibly buttery, this 3-ingredient dump cake is the easiest way to turn fresh (or frozen) rhubarb into a warm, bubbly, crumb-topped dessert—no mixing bowls needed!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✔ Ready in 5 minutes (active time)
✔ No peeling or pre-cooking rhubarb – Just dump & bake!
✔ Crispy topping + gooey filling – The perfect texture combo
✔ Customizable – Add strawberries or swap cake flavors


Ingredients *(Serves 8-10)*

Fruit Layer

  • 4 cups chopped rhubarb (fresh or frozen)

  • ½ cup granulated sugar (or ⅓ cup for tart lovers)

  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

Cake Layer

  • 1 (15.25 oz) box yellow cake mix (dry, unprepared)

  • ½ cup butter, melted

Optional Add-Ins

  • 1 cup sliced strawberries

  • ½ tsp cinnamon

  • Vanilla ice cream (for serving)


Step-by-Step Instructions