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This Caramel Apple Dump Cake is the perfect fall dessert. The apple dump cake is quick and easy and perfect for any occasion.
Truly, this Caramel Apple Dump Cake only takes four ingredients and five minutes to make the perfect treat. The dump cake is really easy and quick, see the history of this inventive cake here.
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What We Love About This Easy Dump Cake Recipe
This is a classic apple dump cake. It is very similar to a cobbler. Only four ingredients, dump and bake to make this easy caramel apple dump cake recipe.
- 5 Minute Prep: Only takes a few minutes of preparation and it’s one of the easy dessert recipes.
- Simple Ingredients: All found in pantry. Only 4 easy ingredients.
- Adaptable: Can make it low calorie.
- Makes Great Leftovers: The apple dump cake is perfect for the next day.
Ingredient Notes for Apple Caramel Dump Cake
- Yellow cake mix: Any variety of brand that you enjoy
- Caramel Nibs: 1 bag
- Apple Pie Filling: 2 cans or 42 ounces
- Butter: Melted or sliced thin pats of butter, salted or unsalted butter
Equipment Needed for the Easy Caramel Apple Dump Cake
- KitchenAid Classic Mixing Bowls
- Wilton Recipe Right Non-Stick 9 x 13-Inch Oblong 2 Cake Pan Multipack
How to Make Caramel Apple Dump Cake
These are the basic steps for making apple dump cake with caramel. Please refer to the recipe card below for more detailed instructions.
STEP 1: PREP
First, preheat the oven to 350 degrees and then prepare a 13×9 baking dish with nonstick spray.
STEP 2: PREPARE
Next, evenly spread both cans of apple mixture in the bottom of the pan. Sprinkle on the caramel nibs and then evenly layer the cake mix and pour melted butter over the top of the cake mix.
STEP 3: BAKE
Then bake for 40 to 50 minutes or until golden brown. Cool slightly, serve with your favorite topping.
Prep and Storage Tips for this Easy Apple Dump Cake
HOW TO MAKE THIS RECIPE AHEAD OF TIME
Really there is no need to make in advance. The beauty of this dump cake is that it takes no effort and hardly any prep work.
HOW TO STORE THIS FALL FLAVORS RECIPE
This recipe can be stored at room temperature for a few hours or store in the refrigerator for up to a week, but it probably won’t last that long.
HOW TO FREEZE THIS APPLE CARAMEL RECIPE
This dump cake can be frozen for up to four months in an airtight container or wrapped well with plastic wrap or foil.
HOW TO REHEAT THIS DELICIOUS CAKE RECIPE
Thaw the frozen Caramel Apple Dump Cake overnight in the refrigerator then heat individual servings in the microwave and finish with ice cream.
Frequently Asked Questions
Make the simple recipe with a cake with a sugar free apple pie filing or make your own with fresh apples. Use a sugar free caramel nib. Try a sugar free cake mix.
Of course, try using a jar of caramel sauce or make a homemade caramel sauce for a taste of gooey caramel.
Truly, they are very similar. Find out more information here.
Expert Tips for Making This Recipe
- Different Cake Mix: Spice cake mix, white cake mix or another flavor of dry cake mix can work in this fall desserts recipe.
- Spices: Apple pie spice or cinnamon is great for this delicious dessert.
- Variation tip: Top with more caramel sauce or caramel bits.
- Alternate cooking method tip: Crockpot apple dump cake is a great way to cook this recipe. The crockpot apple dump cake can be made in four hours on high or six hours on low.
- Dietary consideration tip: Sugar free cake mix or sugar free caramel sauce can be used.
What to Serve with Caramel Apple Dump Cake
- A scoop of Vanilla Ice Cream
- Caramel ice cream
- Whipped Cream
- Pumpkin Spice Latte
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Caramel Apple Dump Cake
Equipment
Ingredients
- Yellow cake mix
- 11 ounces caramel nibs 1 bag
- 42 ounces apple pie filling 2 cans
- 1 cup butter melted or sliced thin
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees and prepare a 13×9 pan with a light coating of nonstick spray.
- Evenly spread both cans of pie filling in the bottom of the pan.
- Sprinkle in caramel nibs.
- Evenly layer on cake mix.
- Pour melted butter over cake mix or place sliced butter evenly over the entire surface.
- Bake 40-50 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool slightly, serve with ice cream if desired, and enjoy!
Expert Tips
- Different Cake Mix: Spice cake mix, white cake mix or another flavor of dry cake mix can work in this fall desserts recipe.
- Spices: Apple pie spice or cinnamon is great for this delicious dessert.
- Variation tip: Top with more caramel sauce or caramel bits.
- Alternate cooking method tip: Crockpot apple dump cake is a great way to cook this recipe. The crockpot apple dump cake can be made in four hours on high or six hours on low.
- Dietary consideration tip: Sugar free cake mix or sugar free caramel sauce can be used.
Estimated Nutritional Information
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Thank you so much for sharing this amazing caramel apple dumb cake recipe! Will surely have this again! It’s really easy to make and it tasted so delicious! Highly recommended!