Description
Experience the ultimate effortless dessert that is perfect for any occasion. This Apple Pie Dump Cake combines juicy, cinnamon-spiced apple pie filling with a golden, buttery crust that mimics a gourmet bakery treat. It is a fantastic time-saving dessert hack for busy schedules, ensuring you have a warm, crowd-pleasing homemade treat without spending hours in the kitchen. Simple, sweet, and satisfying, this recipe is guaranteed to be a hit with family and friends alike.
Ingredients
2 cans (21 oz each) apple pie filling
1 box (approx. 15 oz) yellow cake mix
1 cup unsalted butter, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
Pour both cans of apple pie filling into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
Sprinkle the ground cinnamon over the apple pie filling.
Pour the dry yellow cake mix evenly over the apple pie layer; do not stir.
Arrange the thin slices of cold butter across the top of the cake mix, covering as much as possible.
If using pecans, sprinkle them over the top at this stage.
Bake for 40 to 45 minutes until the top is golden brown and the filling bubbles.
Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave for 30 seconds. Do not over-mix or stir the layers before baking, as the dump method relies on the cake mix absorbing the butter.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 45
- Category: Recipes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg