Caramel Apple Dump Cake
A warm, gooey dessert that combines tender spiced apples, melted caramel, and a buttery golden topping. This simple dump cake tastes just like autumn in a pan—comforting, sweet, and unforgettable!
Equipment
- 9x13-inch Baking Dish
- Oven
- Mixing Spoon
- Knife
Ingredients
- 2 cans (20 oz each) apple pie filling
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 1/2 cups Kraft caramels unwrapped and cut in half
- 15.25 oz yellow cake mix dry mix only
- 1 cup butter cut into 1/4-inch thick pats
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Spread the apple pie filling evenly in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle ground cinnamon and nutmeg evenly over the apples.
- Scatter the halved caramels across the apple mixture.
- Evenly pour the dry yellow cake mix over the apple-caramel layer. Do not stir.
- Arrange the butter pats evenly over the cake mix, covering as much surface as possible.
- Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the caramel is bubbling at the edges.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving so the caramel can set. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
Notes
You can substitute homemade apple pie filling or use salted caramel candies for extra depth. For a crisper topping, use cold butter. Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and reheat before serving.