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Rhubarb Dump Cake Recipe

Rhubarb Dump Cake

Abby Marlow
This Rhubarb Dump Cake Recipe is a fuss-free, nostalgic dessert with a sweet and tart fruity filling and a crisp buttery topping. Perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 231 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 4 cups fresh rhubarb chopped
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 oz strawberry Jell-O
  • 15.25 oz box yellow cake mix
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1/2 cup water

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat oven to 350°F and butter a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Spread chopped rhubarb evenly over the bottom of the prepared dish.
  • Sprinkle the sugar evenly over the rhubarb.
  • Sprinkle the strawberry Jell-O powder evenly on top of the sugar layer.
  • Pour the dry yellow cake mix evenly over the Jell-O layer without stirring.
  • Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the top of the cake mix.
  • Pour the water evenly over everything to help moisten the top layer.
  • Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the edges are bubbling.
  • Let cool for at least 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

This Rhubarb Dump Cake Recipe is a fuss-free, nostalgic dessert.
It comes together in minutes with just a few simple ingredients.
Perfect for any occasion, from family dinners to potluck parties.
Keyword dessert, easy recipe, fuss-free, potluck, rhubarb