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Slow Cooker Minister’s Delight

This slow cooker dessert is a no-fuss treat that marries tart cherry pie filling with a golden, cake-like topping. With minimal prep and a slow cooker doing all the work, you’ll enjoy a warm, comforting dessert perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can (21 oz / 595 g) cherry pie filling
  • 1 box (15.25 oz / 432 g) yellow cake mix dry
  • 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter melted
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon optional
  • nonstick cooking spray
  • vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for serving, optional

Equipment

  • 6‑quart slow cooker

Method
 

  1. Coat the inside of a 6-quart slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. Spread 1 can (21 oz) of cherry pie filling evenly across the bottom of the slow cooker. If desired, sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon over the cherries.
  3. Evenly sprinkle the entire box (15.25 oz) of dry yellow cake mix over the cherry layer. Do not stir to preserve the layered effect.
  4. Drizzle 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter over the cake mix, ensuring as much of the mix is covered as possible.
  5. Cover the slow cooker and set it to LOW for 6‑7 hours or HIGH for 3‑4 hours. The dessert is done when the top turns golden and the edges develop a slight crispness.
  6. Scoop the warm dessert into bowls and serve immediately. For the full experience, top each serving with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

Notes

This slow cooker dessert requires minimal prep and transforms simple, everyday ingredients into a comforting treat with a delightful contrast between the gooey fruit bottom and cake-like top. The layering method is key to achieving the perfect texture, so resist the urge to stir. It’s best served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream, and you can easily experiment with other fruit fillings or cake mixes to customize it.