That “Are You Kidding Me Cake” (often called a 3-Ingredient Dump Cake or Spoon Cake) is a classic for a reason—it’s impossibly easy and tastes like you spent hours on it.
Here is the complete, detailed recipe in English, including the standard measurements and baking instructions.
3-Ingredient “Are You Kidding Me” Cake
- Prep time: 5 minutes
- Bake time: 35–40 minutes
- Yield: 12–15 servings
Ingredients
- 1 box (15.25 oz) Cake Mix (Yellow, white, or French vanilla work best for fruit fillings, but chocolate works great with cherry!)
- 1 can (21 oz) Fruit Pie Filling (Apple, cherry, blueberry, or peach)
- 3 large Eggs
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking pan with non-stick cooking spray or a little butter.
- Mix the Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry cake mix, the entire can of pie filling, and the 3 eggs. Stir everything together thoroughly using a sturdy spoon or a rubber spatula until the flour is completely incorporated. Note: The batter will be very thick and chunky because of the fruit, which is exactly what you want.
- Spread in the Pan: Transfer the thick batter into your prepared 9×13-inch pan. Use your spatula to spread it out evenly into the corners.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes. The top should be a beautiful golden brown, and the edges should look slightly crispy and pulled away from the sides. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean (minus any wet fruit pieces).
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool for at least 15–20 minutes before slicing. Because of its soft, pudding-like center, it is easiest to serve with a large spoon.
💡 Flavor Combination Ideas to Try
- Classic Apple Spice: Yellow cake mix + Apple pie filling (add a dash of cinnamon if you like!).
- Black Forest: Chocolate cake mix + Cherry pie filling.
- Very Berry: White cake mix + Blueberry or Raspberry pie filling.
- Tropical: Yellow cake mix + Pineapple pie filling.
Serving Tip: This cake is incredible when served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream!