Apple Dump Cake
A simple and comforting dessert combining warm apple filling with a buttery cake mix topping, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Filling and Topping
- 2 cans apple pie filling (21 ounces each) Use high-quality canned apple pie filling.
- 1 teaspoon apple pie spice (divided use) Use 1/2 teaspoon in the filling and 1/2 teaspoon on top.
- 1 box French vanilla or yellow cake mix (15.25 ounces) You can customize with other flavors if desired.
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional) Adds extra texture and flavor.
- 3/4 cup salted butter (melted) Ensure it is evenly poured over the mixture.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Spray a 9×13-inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.
- Spread the apple pie filling evenly across the bottom of the pan.
- Sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon of apple pie spice over the filling and mix gently.
- Evenly sprinkle the cake mix on top of the apple filling.
- Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of apple pie spice and optional pecans on top.
- Pour the melted butter evenly over the entire mixture.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the top is light golden brown and bubbling around the edges.
- Let the cake cool for a few minutes before serving.
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Notes
Serve warm topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, caramel sauce, or whipped cream for best results. Optionally, sprinkle a bit of cinnamon on top before serving.