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Homemade Apple Dump Cake (Easy 5-Ingredient Dessert)

Homemade Apple Dump Cake is a simple, comforting dessert made with layers of warm cinnamon apple pie filling, buttery yellow cake mix, and a crisp golden topping. This easy five-ingredient recipe is perfect for holidays, potlucks, or cozy family dinners and tastes delicious served warm with vanilla ice cream.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 365
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dump Cake
  • 2 cans (21 oz each) apple pie filling
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
  • 0.75 cup unsalted butter, melted
Optional Toppings
  • 12 small scoops vanilla ice cream
  • 1 cup whipped cream
  • 0.25 cup caramel sauce
  • 0.25 cup chopped pecans

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Spread the apple pie filling evenly into the baking dish.
  3. Sprinkle the cinnamon and nutmeg evenly over the apples.
  4. Evenly sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix over the apple filling without stirring.
  5. Slowly drizzle the melted butter over the cake mix, covering as much of the surface as possible.
  6. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apple filling is bubbling around the edges.
  7. Let the dump cake cool for 10 to 15 minutes before serving.
  8. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, caramel sauce, or chopped pecans if desired.

Notes

  • Do not stir the layers together.
  • Cover any dry spots with a little extra melted butter before baking.
  • Add extra cinnamon or apple pie spice for a warmer flavor.
  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • Reheat individual servings in the microwave or larger portions in a 350°F oven.