Apple Dump Cake
Apple Dump Cake is an easy, comforting dessert with the flavors of apple pie topped with a golden, buttery cake topping. Just ‘dump’ the ingredients in a baking dish and let the oven work its magic for a delicious and effortless treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Total Time: 50-55 minutes
- Yield: 8-10 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- For the cake:
- 2 cans (21 oz each) apple pie filling (or homemade apple filling)
- 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix (or spice cake mix for extra warmth)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
- Prepare the filling: Spread the apple pie filling evenly in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Add spices: Sprinkle the cinnamon and nutmeg (if using) evenly over the apple filling.
- Add the cake mix: Evenly sprinkle the dry cake mix over the apple filling without stirring.
- Pour the butter: Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the cake mix, covering as much as possible.
- Optional topping: Sprinkle the chopped nuts over the cake mix for added crunch and flavor.
- Bake the cake: Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbly around the edges.
- Serve: Let the dump cake cool for 10 minutes before serving. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Notes
Crispy topping: Add oats or brown sugar to the cake mix for a crunchier topping.Caramel twist: Drizzle caramel sauce over the apple filling for an indulgent flavor.Spicy apple cake: Use a spice cake mix for an apple pie-inspired flavor.Different fruit: Swap apple pie filling for peach, cherry, or mixed berry filling for variation.Gluten-free: Use gluten-free cake mix for a gluten-free version.Storage: Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Find it online: https://cookibly.com/apple-dump-cake/
