Description
This Caramel Apple Dump Cake is a simple and delicious dessert that combines sweet apple pie filling with rich caramel and spice cake mix for an easy, crowd-pleasing treat. A quick layer-and-bake recipe that results in a warm, gooey, and spiced dessert perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 42 ounces apple pie filling (2 cans, 21 ounces each)
- ½ cup caramel sauce
- 15 ounces spice cake mix
- 12 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Layer Apples: Evenly spread the apple pie filling across the bottom of the prepared baking dish, ensuring an even layer for balanced flavor.
- Add Caramel: Drizzle the caramel sauce evenly over the apple pie filling for a sweet, rich addition.
- Sprinkle Cake Mix: Evenly sprinkle the dry spice cake mix over the caramel and apple layers. Do not mix, just spread evenly.
- Add Butter: Slice the butter thinly and arrange the pieces evenly across the top of the cake mix to help it brown and create a moist texture.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 1 hour, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
- Serve: Let cool slightly, then serve warm. Offer vanilla ice cream and extra caramel sauce on the side for an indulgent finish if desired.
Notes
- Use good quality apple pie filling for the best taste and texture.
- Butter should be sliced very thinly to ensure it melts evenly during baking.
- For a crispier topping, you can broil for an additional 1-2 minutes at the end, watching closely.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat before serving.
- Vanilla ice cream complements the warm spices and caramel beautifully.
