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Caramel Apple Dump Cake Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Caramel Apple Dump Cake is a simple and comforting dessert that layers tender apple pie filling with rich caramel sauce, topped with a spiced cake mix and buttery slices. Baked until golden and bubbly, it delivers a wonderful combination of warm spices and gooey sweetness that’s perfect for cozy family gatherings or an easy weeknight treat.

Ingredients

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Fruit Filling

  • 42 ounces apple pie filling (2 cans, 21 ounces each)
  • ½ cup caramel sauce

Cake Topping

  • 15 ounces spice cake mix
  • 12 tablespoons butter, sliced thinly

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and prepare for the cake assembly.
  2. Layer Apple Filling: Spread the apple pie filling evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form the fruity base of the dessert.
  3. Add Caramel Sauce: Drizzle the ½ cup of caramel sauce evenly over the apple filling for a rich, sweet layer that enhances the apple flavor.
  4. Sprinkle Cake Mix: Evenly sprinkle the dry spice cake mix over the apple and caramel layers, distributing it well to create a uniform topping.
  5. Top with Butter: Slice the butter thinly and place the slices evenly over the cake mix layer; this butter will melt during baking to create a moist, golden crust.
  6. Bake: Place the dish in the oven and bake for 1 hour, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbly, ensuring the cake is cooked through and flavorful.
  7. Serve: Allow to cool slightly, then serve warm, optionally topped with vanilla ice cream and extra caramel sauce for added indulgence.

Notes

  • This cake is best served warm to enjoy the melty caramel and tender apples.
  • For a gluten-free option, use a gluten-free spice cake mix.
  • You can swap the apple pie filling with fresh sliced apples tossed with cinnamon and sugar for a fresher version, but increase baking time accordingly.
  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator and reheat before serving.
  • Adding nuts like chopped pecans or walnuts on top before baking can add a nice crunch.

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