Here’s a simple, cozy Caramel Apple Dump Cake recipe—great for fall or anytime you want an easy dessert 🍎🍰
Ingredients
- 2 cans (21 oz each) apple pie filling
- 1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 box yellow or spice cake mix
- ¾ cup (1½ sticks) butter, melted
- Optional toppings:
- ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- Cinnamon (½–1 tsp)
- Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Spread apple pie filling evenly in the dish.
- Drizzle caramel sauce over the apples.
- Sprinkle dry cake mix evenly on top (don’t mix).
- Pour melted butter evenly over the cake mix.
- If using, add nuts and a light sprinkle of cinnamon.
- Bake uncovered for 45–50 minutes, until golden and bubbly.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Tips & Variations
- Use spice cake mix for extra fall flavor
- Add fresh sliced apples (1–2 cups) for more texture
- Serve warm with vanilla ice cream and extra caramel drizzle
If you want, I can also give you a slow-cooker version or make it extra gooey 😄
