Caramel Apple Dump Cake
Caramel Apple Dump Cake is a warm, effortless dessert that blends tender apples and rich caramel under a golden crust. This simple recipe delivers cozy, autumnal flavors perfect for gatherings or quiet evenings.
Ingredients
- 2 cans 21 oz/595 g each apple pie filling or 4 cups fresh apples (peeled, sliced)
- 1 box 15.25 oz/432 g yellow cake mix
- ¾ cup 180 ml caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- ½ cup 1 stick/115 g unsalted butter, melted
- Optional: ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- Optional: 1 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
Prep Apples
- If using fresh, I peel and slice 4 cups apples, tossing with 1 tsp cinnamon. If using canned, I spread 2 cans apple pie filling evenly in a 9x13-inch baking dish for this simple recipe.
Add Cake Mix
- I sprinkle 1 box yellow cake mix evenly over the apples, ensuring no dry spots for this sweet apple cake.
Drizzle Caramel and Butter
- I drizzle ¾ cup caramel sauce over the cake mix, then pour ½ cup melted butter evenly on top for this cozy fall dessert.
Add Nuts (Optional)
- I sprinkle ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts, if using, for extra crunch in this easy dessert recipe.
Bake Cake
- I bake at 350°F (175°C) for 45–50 minutes until golden and bubbly. I let it rest for 10 minutes for this Caramel Apple Dump Cake.