Monday, May 18, 2015

Blackberry Almond Cake

 We're still having rain here in the Dallas,  Texas  area, and tea is inside again.  These are some of my Mother's Day gifts that I received, and wanted to share with you.


 I've had this Royal Windsor teacup in my collection for many years,  and it was gifted to me by my next door neighbor, when I lived in Columbus, OH. 


The recipe for this cake comes from the cookbook that I pictured above, which is Quick and Easy Dump Cakes and More. My son said that the cookbook was also a "gift for himself" since he'd reap the rewards.  This dump cake produces such a yummy, crunchy top crust.  It's so easy, and yet so good.  

 

Blackberry Almond Cake

2 packages (12 ounces each) frozen blackberries, thawed and drained (I used fresh)
1/4 cup sugar
1 package (about 15 ounces) yellow cake mix
3/4 cup (1 and 1/2 sticks) butter, cut into thin slices
1/2 cup sliced almonds
1/4 cup packed brown sugar

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  Spray a 13x9" baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Spread blackberries in pan; sprinkle with granulated sugar and toss to coat.  Top with cake mix, spreading evenly.  Top with butter in a single layer, covering cake mix as much as possible.  Sprinkle with almonds and brown sugar.
  • Bake 50-60 minutes, or until golden brown.  Cool at least 15 minutes before serving.  
Makes 12-16 servings, but not with my son that's living here!

I am sharing this with:


Thank you for your visit!  xo

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Posted by kitty@ Kitty's Kozy Kitchen at 2:00 AM
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47 comments:

  1. MaryMay 18, 2015 at 4:24 AM

    Your cake sounds wonderful with the blackberries and almonds Kitty! I've never made a dump cake but love the ease and convenience.Your sweet blue & white tea cup is perfect for the rainy day blues! We had a very wet April but no rain this month, if you could send some our way it would be appreciated :)

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  2. SylviaMay 18, 2015 at 6:29 AM

    That cake looks so good,Kitty! Love your teacup too!

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  3. VeeMay 18, 2015 at 6:41 AM

    Very darling tea cup! I love dump cakes for their flavor and ease...this sounds like a good one. Your son is a wise man!

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  4. MargieMay 18, 2015 at 8:05 AM

    Glad to see that you were spoiled on Mother's Day! This is the first time I've heard of dump cakes and seeing your blackberry almond cake makes me want to sample one!

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  5. Antiques And TeacupsMay 18, 2015 at 9:37 AM

    Lovely teacup...I love blue and white. And that looks like a wonderful cake! Your son is a smart guy! Thanks so much for linking to Tuesday Cuppa Tea!
    Ruth

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  6. The Victorian GirlMay 18, 2015 at 10:26 AM

    Still raining here in East Texas too! The ground is so saturated that many large, old trees are uprooting. Isn't that dump cake great? I found out about it when I was in the dollar store one day and a lady was looking for it. Of course, I had to have one!

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  7. Madonna/aka/Ms Lemon of Make Mine LemonMay 18, 2015 at 11:26 AM

    If you take a dump cake to a party it will be the first to go. :) What's not to like?

    It finally rained, though not nearly enough. We were all so grateful.

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  8. Parsimonious Décor DarlingMay 18, 2015 at 12:08 PM

    This looks great! I've been wanting to try dump cake for awhile now....is this cookin' with Cathy's dump cakes? I met her years ago, as I was friends with her son. Charming lady with the LARGEST cats I'd ever seen!

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  9. Sandi@ Rose Chintz CottageMay 18, 2015 at 12:13 PM

    Your teacup is a very pretty one, Kitty! I have only made a Dump cake once and it was blueberry made in a slow cooker which resulted in a softer cake. It was for our Bible Study group and they enjoyed it but I think I would prefer your recipe because it has some crunch to it. The fact that we have so many wonderful recipes makes for fun in the kitchen, doesn't it? Thank you for sharing and joining me for tea. Have a wonderful day, my friend.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  10. Deborah MontgomeryMay 18, 2015 at 1:00 PM

    Very smart son you have there! I love berry crumbles, and that looks delicious, especially with a cup of tea on a rainy day. Hope you had a lovely Mother's Day, Kitty; I know I'm a little late!
    We've had tons of rain, too, but everything's green and in full bloom now. xo

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  11. Dreaming of VintageMay 18, 2015 at 3:31 PM

    Hi Kitty! Lovely tea cup and that cake sounds delish! Since I'm a desert addict, I'm definitely going to try your recipe out!

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  12. Nora @ Teacup TalesMay 18, 2015 at 3:54 PM

    Such nice Mother's Day gifts you received! Your dessert sounds perfect for chilly spring days. Love that it is a large sized cake to bring to parties too. Thank you for consistently sharing these amazing recipes. I've been baking so much more recently. My kids are thrilled. Have a wonderful week!

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  13. ZaaMay 18, 2015 at 5:14 PM

    OMG Kitty ..You never disappoint me...I love dump cake and this one sounds delicious...I haven't baked for awhile but will attempt this one when hubby returns, especially since it bigger than most ( Ha Ha) ...YUMMY...My mother-in-law used to make a wonderful dump cake which was always a family favourite... as I'm sure this one will be too... I shall call it Kitty's Dump..cake.... Thanks for sharing..Hugs

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  14. thepaintedapron.comMay 18, 2015 at 5:50 PM

    Oh goodness, this sounds dangerously easy Kitty! Your son's pretty smart, that's generally the kind of gifts I get from my children too :)
    Jenna

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  15. AnonymousMay 18, 2015 at 6:04 PM

    Kitty, oh gosh that cake looks so good! I am itchin' to bake in my new kitchen - maybe next week!

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  16. CynthiaMay 18, 2015 at 6:26 PM

    Okay I saw almond and got excited. I have never had dump cake. Can't wait to try. Since you have this book I hope you will share more recipes. Pinning

    Cindy

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  17. Gentle JoyMay 18, 2015 at 8:31 PM

    Your Royal Windsor cup is beautiful... I like the shape and the blue design. :) Your cake looks delicious... and would be wonderful with tea. :)

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  18. living from glory to gloryMay 18, 2015 at 9:04 PM

    I love your new tea cup! The dainty blue design is so pretty! And I think your son made a good choice on the cookbook! I have always wanted to buy one of those Dump Cake ones...
    Easy, but so yummy!
    Hugs, Roxy

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  19. BernideenMay 18, 2015 at 9:09 PM

    Well it looks like the Queen of Baking has done it again and that cake looks wonderful Your teacup gifted to you is lovely as well.

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  20. Martha's FavoritesMay 18, 2015 at 9:34 PM

    Hi Kitty: Just had dinner so it is safe to visit your blog. As usual, it looks so good. Have a wonderful week. Hugs, Martha

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  21. Pam~ Virginia RetroMay 19, 2015 at 7:53 AM

    Yummy, this cake looks so good and easy also. Love the beautiful tea cup. :)

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  22. Celestina MarieMay 19, 2015 at 8:29 AM

    What a special treasure of gifts you received for Mother's Day. Love the chalk board signs. The cake look so good. I got that same book for Christmas. What a pretty tea cup too.
    Visiting from Roses of Inspiration. Have a blessed day.
    Hugs, CM

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  23. LVMay 19, 2015 at 8:31 AM

    Looks so good. Not much on cooking anymore, but enjoy seeing what others prepare.

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  24. Anne PayneMay 19, 2015 at 10:54 AM

    Kitty, This looks delicious! I love fresh Blackberries. I remember picking them when we lived in the mountains of NC.

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  25. Judith @ Lavender CottageMay 19, 2015 at 12:32 PM

    I have heard of dump cakes but had no idea there is a whole cookbook on them! Such a smart son to gift you the book knowing full well how you like to bake.
    The teacup is pretty and a nice reminder of your neighbour. Don't you love it when someone gifts you with something specific that you really like? My late friend Joan gifted me with a cream and sugar set from her Cornflower collection and it made me feel very special.
    Happy tea day Kitty.

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  26. Patti @ Pandoras BoxMay 19, 2015 at 12:40 PM

    Your tea cup is so pretty and this recipe sounds so good….my mom was just telling me that she bought a cook book on dump cakes so I will have to take a look at it!

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  27. ScribblerMay 19, 2015 at 3:00 PM

    I am just catching up with you while lounging on the back porch. Have you moved to Dallas? I lived there for a few years. My mother used to make Dump Cakes, and this one looks really good. (I am saving it.) Our blackberries should be in soon, usually early June.

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  28. LynnMay 19, 2015 at 4:51 PM

    Blackberries sound so good Kitty! Looks like you got lots of goodies for Mother's Day-enjoy (and stay dry:@)

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  29. Linda @ Life and LindaMay 19, 2015 at 6:38 PM

    Another yummy goodie. You are such a wonderful baker. i wish I could sit there and enjoy a cup of tea with you and enjoy your fresh baked Blackberry Almond cake. xo

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  30. Barbara F.May 19, 2015 at 7:10 PM

    I love recipes like this, Kitty. I love how you have a tea cup that matches every dessert!

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  31. SarahMay 19, 2015 at 7:20 PM

    Definitely been hot tea weather with all this rain. We are so appreciative! My garden is happy, happy!
    Pretty cup and saucer and the cake sounds like a sweet treat.

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  32. Debbie@Mountain BreathsMay 20, 2015 at 5:37 AM

    Your cake sounds wonderful with the blackberries and almonds Kitty! Aren't dump cakes great? I like your son's reasoning ;o)

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  33. LorrieMay 20, 2015 at 11:58 AM

    That's a very pretty teacup, Kitty. Here on the west coast of Canada we've had very, very little rain throughout the winter and spring. The summer promises to be a dry one. A little rain would be welcome.
    The combination of blackberry and almond sounds delightful.

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  34. Rattlebridge FarmMay 20, 2015 at 12:21 PM

    I haven't made a dump cake in forever--you've inspired me to look up that cookbook. Love your "nana rules," too. Your teacup is so delicate and pretty--and filled with memories. Hope the rain clears soon! xxoo

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  35. Rattlebridge FarmMay 20, 2015 at 12:21 PM

    I haven't made a dump cake in forever--you've inspired me to look up that cookbook. Love your "nana rules," too. Your teacup is so delicate and pretty--and filled with memories. Hope the rain clears soon! xxoo

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  36. doodles n daydreamsMay 20, 2015 at 10:58 PM

    The cake looks delicious and that teacup is very pretty.

    Diana

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  37. JacquelineMay 21, 2015 at 3:51 PM

    I just love toppings like that on a cake or muffin. I am a naughty girl and tend to scrape the topping off and eat mostly it!
    The teacup is beautiful. Rainy where we live too. I knew when we had such a mild winter we were going to have cold and rain in May and probably into June.

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  38. Nancy's NotesMay 22, 2015 at 3:02 PM

    Oh my, that dumpcake is on my list to bake asap! Looks and sounds delicious! We have had so much rain here in our part of Texas, The Woodlands! Hope the sun comes out soon!
    Have a great weekend~
    Nancy

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  39. GratefulPrayerThankfulHeartMay 22, 2015 at 5:25 PM

    Such a pretty teacup and great cookbook. Dump cakes are great, aren't they. This blackberry one sounds delicious!!!

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  40. BethMay 22, 2015 at 6:56 PM

    Your cake sounds and looks wonderful. Great cookbook. How nice of Mike to gift you with it! I like your flowers and "Nana" boards and teacup too. Have a good weekend!

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  41. Michele M./ Finch RestMay 23, 2015 at 12:28 AM

    Beautiful tea cup and absolutely delicious sounding (and looking!) cake - thank you for the recipe, Kitty! I SURE do wish you still lived in Columbus, Ohio!!!!! I had to re-join AGAIN to follow your blog - you fell again off my readers list. I wonder why. Ugh.

    Have a blessed weekend. Hugs.

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  42. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonMay 23, 2015 at 10:35 PM

    We have been having rain for two weeks now. It sure has made everything look pretty, but I am really ready for some sunshine. Your teacup is beautiful and the dump cake sounds so yummy! Thanks for sharing with SYC.
    hugs,
    Jann

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  43. bj May 24, 2015 at 11:54 AM

    Beautiful tea cup....
    and that dump cake sounds awesome....
    and it wouldn't hurt one single thing if you won a 2nd candle....:)

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  44. Kelly-AnneMay 25, 2015 at 4:23 AM

    Hello Kitty! Oh, what sweet gifts...I especially like the picture frame - so lovely!
    Your tea cup is beautiful and delicate and how delicious yout blackberry almond dump cake looks...I have never tried making one before, so I think I should attempt it sometime in the near future:)
    Hope you are having a wonderful week thus far...I have been in the garden all morning and now enjoying a blog catch up with a cup of English tea - bliss!
    Hugs and much love!
    Kelly-Anne

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  45. StephanieMay 25, 2015 at 9:47 PM

    Blackberry Almond Cake sounds like a real winner, my friend. Oh, how I love blackberries! My husband enjoys them too :)

    Your tea cup is simply divine! What a dainty pattern. Thank you so much for sharing with Roses of Inspiration. Hugs to you!

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  46. Miz HelenMay 26, 2015 at 1:04 PM

    Hi Kitty,
    We are all about ready to get on the Ark here, I will save you a seat, it just keeps on raining. Your Blackberry Almond Cake looks like a great treat to take on the Ark with us. Thanks so much for sharing your post with Full Plate Thursday and have a great day!
    Miz Helen

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  47. Tea in the LibraryMay 26, 2015 at 7:40 PM

    Looks scrumptious. Your son sounds like a great guy who appreciates his mom!

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