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    Apple Dump Cake

    Updated July 23, 2021. Originally Posted October 23, 2020 By Nikole This post may contain Amazon affiliate links.

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    This apple dump cake recipe is so simple because it's made with apple pie filling and cake mix! You'll turn to it again and again when you want a no fail dessert that's quick and easy. This version is drizzled with caramel sauce. Only 4 ingredients!

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    Why you'll love it

    It's so simple! This is the perfect dessert when everyone is craving something sweet, but you don't have the time or energy to make something complicated.

    It's made with easy to fresh and find pantry staples. Not only are the ingredients easy to find, you can keep the pie filling and cake mix in the pantry to have on whenever the apple dessert cravings hit.

    It's full of apple flavor-just like apple pie. Do you love apple pie? I do! This is a great alternative to apple pie that just might be easier than pie.

    Ingredients

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    How to make apple dump cake

    Dump apple pie filing into a greased 9 x 13 inch baking dish. Spread yellow cake mix over the the top.

    adding apple pie filling and cake mix to baking dish

    Slice a stick of butter into 20 thin slices. Place them on the dry cake mix. Drizzle caramel sauce that's been warmed up a bit over the butter.

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    Bake at 350º F for about 35 minutes. There may be a few patches of dry cake mix on top, but it will moisten as you serve the dump cake. Serve with ice cream and extra caramel drizzle!

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    Recipe tips

    Use any brand of pie filling and cake mix for the recipe-Target's Market Pantry and Duncan Hines are my favorites for this cake.

    Caramel sauce-don't be generous with the caramel sauce-just ⅓ cup is plenty. It will be too sweet if you use any more. Warm it up in the microwave a little so it will pour nicely.

    Don't over bake! The caramel sauce will harden if left to bake too long. You can add the caramel sauce at the halfway point (about 15 minutes in) if preferred.

    apple dump cake on a plate with melting vanilla ice cream and a spoon

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    apple dump cake with a scoop of vanilla ice cream

    Apple Dump Cake

    Recipe by Nikole Berg
    This Apple Dump cake is so simple because it's made with pie filling and cake mix! This recipe is so easy, you'll turn to it again and again. This version is drizzled with caramel sauce. Only 4 ingredients!
    4.67 from 3 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 35 mins
    Total Time 40 mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Servings 9 cups
    Calories 323 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 2 cans apple pie filling 21 ounces each
    • 1 package yellow cake mix
    • ½ cup 1 stick butter, cut into thin slices about 20 slices
    • ⅓ cup caramel topping, warmed slightly I used Hershey’s
    • ice cream optional
    US Customary - Metric

    Instructions
     

    • Heat oven to 350. Spray a 13 x 9 baking pan with non-stick cooking spray.
    • Dump the apple pie filling in the pan and spread it out to the edges.
    • Top the apple filling with the packaged cake mix, spreading it to the edges as evenly as possible.
    • Place the thinly sliced butter all over the cake mix, spacing out evenly.
    • Drizzle the warmed caramel topping over the butter layer.
    • Bake for 35 to 40 minutes. Don't over bake. Cool for about 15 minutes.
    • Top with ice cream.
    • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for several days. Reheat in microwave to desired temperature.

    Notes

    • Use any brand of pie filling and cake mix for the recipe-Target's Market Pantry and Duncan Hines are my favorites for this cake.
    • Caramel sauce-don't be generous with the caramel sauce-just ⅓ cup is plenty. It will be too sweet if you use any more. Warm it up in the microwave a little so it will pour nicely.
    • Don't over bake! The caramel sauce will harden if left to bake too long. You can add the caramel sauce at the halfway point (about 15 minutes in) if preferred.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 323kcalCarbohydrates: 53gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 27mgSodium: 538mgPotassium: 34mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 323IUCalcium: 129mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword apple pie, apples desserts, Holiday desserts
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    About Nikole

    Nikole is the creator and photographer behind The Travel Palate, a food and travel blog featuring quick and flavorful recipes and getaway guides. Nikole hopes to inspire your inner foodie whether you're in the kitchen or traveling on your next adventure.

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    Comments

    1. Michelle

      April 15, 2022 at 7:55 pm

      I tried the cake but added some extra apple and a little less caramel and turned out wonderful.

      Reply
    2. Vernice

      May 30, 2021 at 4:19 pm

      It’s so quick and easy and so good the family love it and now it’s an all time favorite. Fixing one tonight for dinner. Thank you so much sharing!!!!

      Reply
      • Nikole

        May 30, 2021 at 11:17 pm

        Such a sweet comment Vernice! I'm so glad your family loves it (mine does too, with lots of ice cream!). Comments like yours keep us food bloggers going! Thank you!!

        Reply
    3. Denise

      May 18, 2021 at 10:28 am

      5 stars
      I made this with gluten free cake mix. It turned out really good--I ate way too much. The only thing with the change of mix, it needed more butter and to bake longer. OOOOH so tasty (despite the gluten free--which my Rheumy insists on).

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      • Nikole

        May 18, 2021 at 11:18 am

        Oh, good to know! How much more butter did you use?

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    4. Julie

      October 23, 2018 at 10:04 am

      4 ingredients???!! Now this is my kind of recipe! I need to make this ASAP because it sounds amazing.

      Reply
    5. Beth

      October 23, 2018 at 9:57 am

      I agree! Shortcuts are so great! I love making dump cakes, but I've never made an apple one before! I have to give your recipe a try!

      Reply
    6. Katie Crenshaw | A Fork's Tale

      October 23, 2018 at 7:27 am

      I am loving this apple dump cake recipe. It is perfect for these beautiful fall apples. I can't wait to make it for my family.

      Reply
    7. Immaculate Ruému

      October 23, 2018 at 6:24 am

      Sounds and looks absolutely heavenly! This is a perfect autumn dessert!

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    8. Loyola

      October 23, 2018 at 5:08 am

      Thank you for sharing always super yummy recipe Nikole. I don't use cake mix, I feels like I am cheating...but I will definitely try this recipe.

      Reply

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