Apple Pie Dump Cake
A no-fuss dessert that delivers big flavor with minimal effort! This Apple Pie Dump Cake combines warm, spiced apples with a buttery, golden cake topping—perfect for any occasion. Just dump, bake, and enjoy!
Ingredients
- 2 (21 oz) cans apple pie filling
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 1 granny smith apple (thinly sliced)
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Layer the apples – Spread the apple pie filling evenly in the dish. Stir in cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla for extra warmth.
- Add the dry mix and thinly sliced apple– Sprinkle the cake mix evenly over the apples—no mixing needed! Then gently push in apple slices throughout.
- Butter drizzle – Pour melted butter over the top, covering as much of the dry cake mix as possible. Sprinkle with pecans if using.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, until golden brown and bubbly.
- Cool slightly and serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Why You’ll Love It!
This Apple Pie Dump Cake is the ultimate lazy dessert with a gourmet taste! The warm, spiced apple filling pairs beautifully with the buttery, crisp topping—like a cross between apple pie and cobbler. Perfect for last-minute guests, cozy weekends, or when you just need a quick and easy sweet fix. Make it once, and it’ll become your go-to fall dessert (or year-round favorite!).
