Description
This Apple Dump Cake is a deliciously simple dessert that combines classic apple pie filling with a moist cake topping. With minimal prep and pantry-friendly ingredients, it’s a perfect cozy treat for any occasion, featuring sweet cinnamon-spiced apples, buttery crunchy pecans, and a golden crust baked to perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit Layer
- 2 cans (21 ounces each) apple pie filling
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Cake Topping
- 1 box (15.25 ounces) yellow cake mix
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking your dump cake.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish thoroughly with unsalted butter or non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Add Apple Filling: Open the apple pie filling cans and pour the filling evenly into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out to form an even layer.
- Sprinkle Cinnamon: Evenly sprinkle the ground cinnamon over the apple filling to add warm spice and enhance the apple flavor.
- Cover with Cake Mix: Take the yellow cake mix and spread it evenly over the apple mixture, covering the fruit completely with the dry mix for a balanced texture.
- Drizzle Butter: Pour the melted butter evenly over the cake mix top, ensuring most of the dry powder is moistened to create a tender crumb during baking.
- Add Pecans (Optional): If desired, sprinkle chopped pecans evenly over the top for an added crunch and nutty flavor.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45 to 50 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the apple filling bubbles around the edges.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and let the cake cool for about 10 minutes before serving to allow the filling to set slightly for easier slicing and serving.
Notes
- You can substitute the yellow cake mix with white or spice cake mix for a different flavor profile.
- For a nut-free version, omit the pecans entirely or replace with your favorite nut or seed.
- Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra indulgent dessert.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat before serving.