Here’s a Caramel Apple Dump Cake recipe that’s simple, sweet, and perfect for fall—or anytime you’re craving a cozy dessert!
🍏 Caramel Apple Dump Cake
Servings: 12
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 45–50 minutes
Total Time: ~1 hour
Ingredients:
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2 (21 oz) cans apple pie filling
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1/2 cup caramel sauce (plus more for drizzling)
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1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
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1 tsp ground cinnamon (optional, but recommended)
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1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
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1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
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Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream (for serving)
Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
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Layer the apple pie filling evenly in the bottom of the dish.
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Drizzle caramel sauce over the apples.
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Sprinkle cinnamon over the top (optional for extra flavor).
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Evenly sprinkle dry cake mix over the apple and caramel layers—do not mix.
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Pour melted butter evenly over the cake mix. Try to cover as much of the dry mix as possible.
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Add chopped nuts on top, if using.
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Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
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Cool slightly, then serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. Drizzle with extra caramel sauce if desired.