Imagine creating a mind-blowing dessert with almost zero cooking skills and just five ingredients. This Caramel Apple Dump Cake is about to become your new secret weapon in the kitchen - a dessert so ridiculously simple, yet so incredibly delicious that it'll make you look like a baking genius! Perfect for busy home cooks, last-minute gatherings, or when you're craving something sweet without spending hours in the kitchen, this recipe is your ticket to instant dessert stardom.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 45 mins
Total Time: 60 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cans apple pie filling
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1 cup caramel sauce
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish thoroughly with butter or non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Open the two cans of apple pie filling and spread them evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish, creating a smooth, consistent layer that covers the entire bottom.
- Drizzle 1/2 cup of caramel sauce over the apple pie filling, ensuring it is distributed as evenly as possible to create a rich, sweet base layer.
- Sprinkle the ground cinnamon over the caramel and apple filling to add warmth and depth of flavor to the dessert.
- Pour the entire box of yellow cake mix directly over the apple and caramel layer, spreading it out evenly to create a uniform dry layer on top.
- Slowly pour the melted butter over the dry cake mix, ensuring it covers as much of the surface as possible. The butter will help the cake mix become golden and crispy during baking.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the edges are bubbling.
- Remove from the oven and let the cake cool for 10-15 minutes. This allows the caramel to set and makes serving easier.
- Optional: Drizzle additional caramel sauce on top and serve warm. Can be accompanied by vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.
Tips
- Use high-quality apple pie filling for the best flavor profile.
- Make sure to distribute the melted butter evenly to help the cake mix crisp up perfectly.
- Check the cake around 35 minutes to prevent over-browning - every oven is slightly different.
- Let the cake rest for 10-15 minutes after baking to allow the caramel to set and flavors to meld.
- For an extra indulgent touch, serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator and reheat slightly before serving to restore the cake's warm, gooey texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 420kcal
Carbohydrates: 68g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 30mg
