Caramel Apple Dump Cake

Need an easy dessert? Then you need to make a Dump Cake especially if it’s this quick and easy Caramel Apple Dump Cake! It only takes five ingredients to make this quick and easy dessert. Don’t forget to serve it with ice cream and caramel drizzled over it. Nothing beats this apple dessert warm from the oven.

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One of my favorite desserts to make are dump cakes! They are so easy – you don’t have to take out the mixer or make a big mess in the kitchen. You just combine a few ingredients together in a baking dish and into the oven it goes.

There are countless ways to make them and this caramel apple dump cake is one of my favorites! It’s perfect for any time of year and it’s so easy you can make it at the drop of a hat, so it’s great for last-minute potlucks or parties. Once you try it you’ll have to try my blueberry and pumpkin dump cakes, too!

You only need five ingredients and 10 minutes to assemble it – yes, you read that right! Only five ingredients. It’s seriously the easiest dessert – I can’t wait for you to try it!

What is a Dump Cake

Just what it sounds like! It means that you just dump the ingredients in the pan and bake it!

It couldn’t be easier, but don’t worry, it’s not lacking on flavor!

Easy 5 Ingredient Dump Cake Recipe!

What I love about this recipe is that I always keep the ingredients stocked in the pantry I’m ready whenever I need a last-minute dessert. Here’s what you need:

• Yellow cake mix
• Canned apple pie filling
• Ground cinnamon
• Melted butter
• Caramel ice cream topping

This isn’t one of those sneaky recipes that have a bunch of hidden prep steps – using cake mix, pre-made pie filling and caramel sauce makes it super easy. If you’re feeling like an extra step you can always make your own homemade caramel sauce, but it’s up to you!

4 Steps to Prepare

• Pour the apple pie filling into the bottom of a 2 1/2-quart baking dish.
• Sprinkle the cinnamon over the top
• Pour the caramel topping over the top of the cinnamon.
• Add the cake mix in an even layer and pour the melted butter over the top.

That’s it and it’s ready to go in the oven! Bake the cake for 50 to 60 minutes at 350 degrees F. It will be bubbling hot when you take it out so let it stand until it cools off a bit and then serve it warm or at room temperature.

Add Some Toppings!

This apple caramel cake is delicious all on it’s own, but add some toppings to take it over the top:

• It’s perfect with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, especially when the cake is still warm. The ice cream melts into the cake creating a sweet melt-y sauce. Yum!
• Drizzle some caramel sauce over the top!
• Add some chopped nuts like walnuts or toasted almonds for a little crunch!
• A dollop of Cool Whip or homemade whipped cream is always delicious, too.

Leftovers

If you have leftovers, cool completely and store in airtight container.

We recommend refrigerating the leftovers to maximize the length they stay fresh. It will be good for 3-5 days.

You can also freeze the leftovers for up to three months. You could bake and freeze the entire dump cake if you’d like to. Simply thaw overnight in fridge when ready to use.

I think it’s best enjoyed warm so stick in the microwave or oven to warm it up!

Can I use a different filling?

Yes! I’d skip the caramel and then just switch up the pie filling for different flavors.

Cherry, Blueberry, Pumpkin and more! The possiblities are endless.

Can I use a different cake mix?

Yes! We recommend sticking with vanilla, yellow or you could do a spice cake mix with this apple filling.

If you use the spice cake mix you might want to skip the cinnamon in this recipe.

Crock Pot Directions

You can make this in the crock pot too!

• Spray the crock pot liner with non-stick spray.
• Assemble as instructed.
• Place lid on crock pot and cook on high for 2 hours or low for 4 hours.

Expert Tip: Place a paper towel or tea towel between below the lid to catch extra moisture. Simply drape it over the top of the crock pot and seal with the lid!

This dump cake reminds me a lot of an apple cobbler, except it’s so much easier to make. Once the cake mix bakes it creates a crust that’s very similar – no one will guess how easy it was to make! Don’t worry, you’re secret is safe with me!

Have you added the five ingredients to your shopping list yet? Be sure to double up so you have them on hand whenever you need an easy dessert. I hope you love this easy apple dump cake as much as we do!

More Easy Cake Mix Recipes

One of my favorite short-cuts is using cake mix to make desserts! It’s such a hassle-free way to make a sweet treat. Here are a few more ideas for you to try:

• Cake Mix Cookies are super easy, soft and chewy. They start with two boxes of cake mix then you add a few simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand. Plus, they’re easy to customize for any holiday or event!
• Did you know you can use a yellow cake mix to make a delicious Crumb Cake? It’s so easy and everyone will think you made it from scratch!
• One of my other favorite desserts is my Strawberry Upside Down Cake. It’s a light and fluffy cake that’s bursting with strawberry flavor that’s impressive, yet easy.

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5 from 21 votes

Caramel Apple Dump Cake

Only 5 Ingredients in this quick and easy dessert! Layers of apple pie filling, caramel sauce, cinnamon and a top crust made of cake mix.

Prep:10 minutes mins

Cook:50 minutes mins

Total:1 hour hr

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servings

Ingredients

• ▢ 15.25 oz box yellow cake mix
• ▢ 2 cans apple pie filling 21 oz each
• ▢ 1 Tbsp ground cinnamon
• ▢ 1 c. butter melted
• ▢ 1/4 c. caramel ice cream topping

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
• Pour apple pie filling into bottom of greased 8×11 casserole pan or 2 1/2 quart casserole dish. Sprinkle cinnamon over the top of pie filling. Top with caramel ice cream topping. Pour dry cake mix over filling.
• Pour butter on top of cake mix.
• Bake at 350 degrees for 50-60 minutes.

Tips

LEFTOVERS

If you have leftovers, cool completely and store in airtight container.

We recommend refrigerating the leftovers to maximize the length they stay fresh. It will be good for 3-5 days.

I think it’s best enjoyed warm so stick in the microwave or oven to warm it up!

CAN I USE A DIFFERENT FILLING?

Yes! I’d skip the caramel and then just switch up the pie filling for different flavors.

Cherry, Blueberry, Pumpkin and more! The possiblities are endless.

CAN I USE A DIFFERENT CAKE MIX?

Yes! We recommend sticking with vanilla, yellow or you could do a spice cake mix with this apple filling.

If you use the spice cake mix you might want to skip the cinnamon in this recipe.

CROCK POT DIRECTIONS

You can make this in the crock pot too!

• Spray the crock pot liner with non-stick spray.
• Assemble as instructed.
• Place lid on crock pot and cook on high for 2 hours or low for 4 hours.

Expert Tip: Place a paper towel or tea towel between below the lid to catch extra moisture. Simply drape it over the top of the crock pot and seal with the lid!

Nutrition Information

Serving: 1, Calories: 387kcal (19%), Carbohydrates: 59g (20%), Protein: 2g (4%), Fat: 17g (26%), Saturated Fat: 11g (69%), Cholesterol: 42mg (14%), Sodium: 467mg (20%), Potassium: 70mg (2%), Fiber: 2g (8%), Sugar: 29g (32%), Vitamin A: 521IU (10%), Vitamin C: 2mg (2%), Calcium: 94mg (9%), Iron: 1mg (6%)

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We are not dietitians and recommend you seek a nutritionist for exact nutritional information. The information in the nutrition box is calculated through a program and there is room for error. If you need an accurate count, I recommend running the ingredients through your favorite nutrition calculator.