Caramel Apple Dump Cake with Fresh Apples
This Caramel Apple Dump Cake with Fresh Apples will be a hit at any fall gathering! Adding fresh apples spiced with cinnamon really ups the flavor and texture of this delicious apple dump cake. A sweet caramel sauce topping is the perfect pairing for this easy simple apple dessert.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Quick and easy dump cake recipe that is easier than pie
- Budget friendly apple dessert recipe
- Fresh apples only add a couple of more minutes of prep time
- Using fresh apples enhances the flavor making it a crowd pleaser to serve for the holidays
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Fresh Apples – we used fresh Granny Smith apples cut into pieces placed in bottom of baking dish
- Cake Mix – use any boxed yellow cake mix
- Butter – softened at room temperature
- Pecans – add a perfect nutty flavor on top of dump cake
- Ground Cinnamon – sprinkled on top of the cut up fresh apples to add another layer of warm spice flavor to the apples
- Caramel Sauce – use your favorite caramel sauce to cover your fresh apples and for the perfect topping
Can I use apple pie filling in place of the fresh apples?
Yes, you can! Use apple pie filling in place of apples for the caramel apple dump cake! 2 cans of filling (20 oz each) would be a good replacement.
Step by step instructions for how to make a caramel apple dump cake recipe
STEP ONE – Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
STEP TWO – Grease a 13×9 baking dish.
STEP THREE – Add chopped apples and cinnamon to the baking dish. Stir to coat apples in cinnamon.
STEP FOUR – Spread apple mixture along the bottom of the pan
STEP FIVE – Pour caramel sauce over apples.
STEP SIX – Top with yellow cake mix. Be sure to cover the apples completely with the cake mix.
STEP SEVEN – Sprinkle with chopped pecans.
STEP EIGHT – Pour melted butter on top, covering the cake mix
STEP NINE – Bake at 350°F degrees for 40-45 minutes, until the apples are cooked throughout and the topping is bubbling and starting to brown. Serve warm.
How to reheat caramel apple dump cake?
You can you reheat at 350°F for 15 to 20 minutes or until heated through.
Reheat individual servings in the microwave for 30 to 40 seconds.
You can help leftovers stay fresh by storing it after cooled covered with wrap or using an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days.
Caramel Apple Dump Cake with Fresh Apples
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: 12 servings
Description
This Caramel Apple Dump Cake with Fresh Apples will be a hit at any fall gathering! Adding fresh apples spiced with cinnamon really ups the flavor and texture of this delicious apple dump cake. A sweet caramel sauce topping is the perfect pairing for this easy simple apple dessert.
Ingredients
- 4 to 5 medium green apples, peeled and chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce (from a jar or homemade)
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 1/3 cup chopped pecans
- 1 and 1/2 sticks ( 12 Tablespoons) butter, melted
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees F
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Grease a 13×9 baking dish
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Add chopped apples and cinnamon to the baking dish. Stir to coat apples in cinnamon.
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Spread apple mixture along the bottom of the pan
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Pour caramel sauce over apples
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Top with yellow cake mix. Be sure to cover the apples completely with the cake mix.
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Sprinkle with chopped pecans
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Pour melted butter on top, covering the cake mix
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Bake at 350 degrees for 40-45 minutes, until the apples are cooked throughout and the topping is bubbling and starting to brown. Serve warm.
Notes
How long does caramel apple dump cake stay fresh? You can help leftovers stay fresh by storing it after cooled covered with wrap or airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days.
Can you freeze caramel apple dump cake? Yes you can freeze it without topping using a freezer-safe container for 2 to 3 months.
Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
- Prep Time: 10 mintues
- Cook Time: 45 mintues
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Oven Baked
- Cuisine: American
Absolutely delicious and very easy. I’m not a baker and I made it!!!!
This recipe is an absolute favorite for my family and friends. It is like an apple pie without the work. I never have to worry about left overs. My husband brags about how delicious it is and tells me I can make it as often as I want.
I have made it in the spring when it’s hard to find tasty apples. I just added a bit more spice. It came out absolutely yummy! This is definitely one of my go to favorite recipes!