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Rhubarb Dump Cake- An easy cake that will take you just 10 minutes of prep time.  Simply "dump" all your ingredients into your pan and bake! Filled with tart rhubarb with sweet strawberry sauce, this one will be a favorite of yours in no time.

Dump Cakes - - not a great name for a cake.  However, they are easy, quick to make and are really quite delicious. 

What is a "Dump Cake"?

You literally dump your ingredients into your prepared pan and bake.  Yes, it's that easy. The most important thing to remember when making a dump cake , do not mix your ingredients once they are in the pan.  Layer  your ingredients in the pan and bake.

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Ingredients Needed

• Dry cake mix
• Rhubarb
• Strawberry gelatin powder ( AKA "Jell-O")
• Butter

Can I Use Fresh Rhubarb?

• Yes. I opted for the canned version, but, fresh is definitely possible.  If you are going to fresh rhubarb, you will need additional sugar and have just one extra step.
• Use Fresh:  You will need approx 4 cups of chopped rhubarb and 1 cup of sugar. Toss the chopped rhubarb with the cup of sugar and let it sit for 20-30 minutes. 
• Proceed with recipe as noted.

Storage

Keep any leftovers in the refrigerator.  It is best to eat within 2-4 days.

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Rhubarb Dump Cake

By Erin | Category: Dessert (American)

Prep Time:
20 mins

Cook Time:
40 mins

Total Time:
1 hr 45 mins

Ingredients

• 1 standard-size box white, vanilla, or yellow cake mix
• 3 oz strawberry gelatin powder
• 2 (14 oz) cans rhubarb in strawberry sauce
• 1 cup (2 sticks) butter, melted

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 9 x 13-inch baking pan.
2. Spread both cans of rhubarb (along with the sauce) evenly onto the bottom of the prepared pan.
3. Sprinkle the strawberry gelatin powder evenly on top of the rhubarb.
4. Sprinkle the dry cake mix evenly over the gelatin powder layer.
5. Drizzle the melted butter slowly and evenly over the top of the dry cake mix, covering as much of the surface as possible.
6. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the top is beautifully browned and bubbling. Let the cake cool for 30 to 60 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving): Calories: 390.2 Fat: 19.9g Carbs: 51.4g Protein: 3g Sodium: 562.9mg