This 3-ingredient slow cooker pineapple treat is the kind of recipe I reach for on hectic weekdays when I still want something fun and homemade. You literally pour wet canned crushed pineapple into the crock, add two pantry staples, and walk away. A few hours later, you’ve got a warm, gooey, pineapple cobbler-style dessert that tastes like you spent way more time on it than you actually did.
It reminds me of the easy “dump cakes” my Midwest family brought to church potlucks, but with fewer ingredients and way less effort—perfect for busy workdays or last-minute get-togethers when you want your friends begging for seconds.
Serve this warm pineapple treat straight from the slow cooker with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream so it melts into all the nooks and crannies. It’s also great with toasted coconut or chopped nuts sprinkled on top for a little crunch. If you’re keeping things simple, just spoon it into bowls and serve with hot coffee or iced tea.
For a more special dessert spread, pair it with fresh berries and a light green salad to balance the sweetness.
Slow Cooker 3-Ingredient Pineapple Treat
Servings: 6
Ingredients
1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple in juice, undrained (wet)
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
Directions
Lightly grease the bottom and sides of a 4- to 6-quart slow cooker with nonstick spray or a thin layer of butter to help with cleanup.
Pour the entire can of crushed pineapple, including all the juice, into the bottom of the slow cooker. Spread it out into an even layer so the bottom is completely covered with the wet pineapple.
Sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix evenly over the pineapple layer. Do not stir; you want the dry mix sitting right on top of the wet pineapple.
Slowly drizzle the melted butter evenly over the surface of the dry cake mix, trying to cover as much of the mix as possible. It’s okay if a few dry spots remain; the steam from the pineapple will help moisten them as it cooks.
