‘Grandma’s Sweet Surprise’ is what we nicknamed it. Everyone’s favorite, and you’d never guess it only takes five ingredients!

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### The 5 Simple Ingredients

You won’t believe how effortless this is:

– **1 box of yellow cake mix**
– **1 stick (½ cup) of butter, melted**
– **1 can (21 oz) of fruit pie filling** (cherry, apple, or peach all work beautifully)
– **1 tsp vanilla extract**
– **1/2 cup chopped nuts or shredded coconut** (optional, but highly recommended)

> *Bonus: Swap in chocolate chips or cinnamon sugar for fun variations!*

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### How to Make Grandma’s Sweet Surprise

**Step 1: Preheat & Prep**
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×9 or 9×13 baking dish (depending on how thick you want your layers).

**Step 2: Layer the Love**
Pour the fruit pie filling into the bottom of the dish and spread it out evenly.

**Step 3: Sprinkle the Cake Mix**
Take your dry cake mix and sprinkle it evenly over the top of the fruit filling. Don’t stir—it’s part of the magic.

**Step 4: Drizzle the Butter**
Pour the melted butter slowly and evenly over the top of the cake mix. Try to cover as much of the surface as possible.

**Step 5: Add Extras (if using)**
Sprinkle with chopped nuts, coconut, or anything else you like. Then drizzle with vanilla extract to enhance the flavor.

**Step 6: Bake & Serve**
Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly. Let it cool slightly before serving—though it’s amazing warm, especially with ice cream or whipped cream.

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### Why It’s a Family Favorite

🍒 **Customizable**: Use any pie filling you love or have on hand. Peach and cherry are huge hits!
🧈 **Buttery & Crispy Topping**: That melted butter + cake mix = golden, crispy perfection.
💡 **Foolproof**: Even kids or beginner bakers can make this without a hitch.
💖 **Comfort in Every Bite**: It’s the kind of dessert that makes people smile after just one taste.

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### Final Thoughts

**Grandma’s Sweet Surprise** isn’t just a recipe—it’s a memory in the making. It’s the kind of dessert that brings people together around the table and keeps them coming back for “just one more bite.”

So the next time you need a quick treat for a potluck, family dinner, or cozy night in, whip up this 5-ingredient wonder. You’ll see why it’s got everyone hooked—and why Grandma’s little surprise has earned a permanent spot in our recipe box.

🥄✨ **Simple. Sweet. Special. Just like Grandma.**