Description
This easy Apple Dump Cake combines a luscious apple pie filling with fresh apples, spicy cake mix, and melted butter for a simple yet delicious dessert. Baked to golden perfection, it is a perfect comforting treat topped with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Ingredients
Filling
- 21 ounces apple pie filling (1 can)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 cups apple, peeled and sliced
- 1 teaspoon apple pie spice
Cake Topping
- 15.25 ounces spice cake mix (1 box)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted (1 stick)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350° F (175° C) and generously grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Mix Filling: Add 1 tablespoon of lemon juice directly into the can of apple pie filling and stir well to combine the flavors and add a fresh tang.
- Layer Apples: Pour the combined apple pie filling into the prepared baking dish. Evenly place the peeled and sliced apples over the top of the filling, then sprinkle 1 teaspoon of apple pie spice evenly over the apple layer for added warmth and flavor.
- Add Cake Mix: Sprinkle the entire box (15.25 ounces) of dry spice cake mix evenly over the apple layer, covering the fruit completely.
- Butter Topping: Drizzle the melted ½ cup unsalted butter thoroughly and evenly over the dry cake mix layer. This ensures the topping becomes golden and crisp as it bakes.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, until the filling is bubbly and the topping is golden brown and crisp.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and let cool slightly, then serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream if desired for a creamy finish.
Notes
- Using fresh sliced apples adds texture and freshness to the dessert.
- Make sure the melted butter covers the cake mix thoroughly to achieve a nice crunchy topping.
- You can substitute spice cake mix with yellow or butter cake mix for a different flavor.
- Let the cake cool slightly before serving to avoid burning your mouth with hot filling.
- Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for a classic pairing.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
