This 3-ingredient oven baked summer dessert is the kind of low-effort recipe that saves the day when you want something sweet without making a full cake from scratch. Using dry angel food cake mix, pie filling, and fresh berries creates a light, fruity dessert with a soft, fluffy texture and a golden top. It is especially handy during busy summer weeks when turning a few pantry staples into a crowd-pleasing treat feels like a small win.
Serve this warm or at room temperature with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, a dollop of whipped topping, or a spoonful of Greek yogurt for a less sweet option. It also pairs nicely with fresh strawberries, blueberries, or a simple glass of iced tea, making it a great choice for cookouts, potlucks, and easy family desserts.
3-Ingredient Oven Baked Summer Dessert
Servings: 8
Ingredients
1 box angel food cake mix, dry and unprepared
1 can (21 ounces) blueberry pie filling
1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
Directions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and lightly grease an oven-safe glass casserole dish.
2. Spread the blueberry pie filling evenly in the bottom of the casserole dish, then scatter the sliced strawberries over the top.
3. Sprinkle the dry angel food cake mix powder evenly over the fruit, covering the surface as completely as possible without stirring.
4. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden and the fruit is bubbling around the edges.
5. Let the dessert cool for 10 to 15 minutes before scooping and serving.
Variations & Tips
Cherry version: Swap the blueberry pie filling for cherry pie filling if you want a sweeter, classic dump-style dessert flavor. This version is especially good with a little whipped cream on top.
Mixed berry option: Use a mixed berry pie filling or add a handful of blueberries with the strawberries for even more summer flavor and color.
Do not stir: For the best texture, keep the layers separate after adding the dry cake mix. Stirring can make the topping dense instead of light and fluffy.
Make-ahead tip: Slice the strawberries ahead of time and keep them chilled so you can assemble this dessert in just a few minutes after dinner or before guests arrive.
Serving idea: This dessert is best served slightly warm, when the fruit filling is still soft and jammy and the top has just the right tender bite.