Description
Quick and easy Cinnamon Apple Dump Cake combines warm cinnamon-spiced apples with a buttery, golden topping for an irresistible dessert. Perfect for fall or any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans (21 oz each) apple pie filling
- 1–2 tsp ground cinnamon (to taste)
- 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
- 1 cup unsalted butter, sliced into thin pats
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
- Prepare the Filling: Evenly spread the canned apple pie filling across the dish. Sprinkle cinnamon over the top.
- Add the Cake Mix: Distribute the yellow cake mix evenly over the filling.
- Top with Butter: Arrange butter pats evenly over the cake mix.
- Optional Nuts: Sprinkle with chopped pecans or walnuts for added crunch.
- Bake: Place in the oven and bake for 45-50 minutes until the topping is golden and edges bubble.
- Cool & Serve: Let cool slightly. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, if desired.
Notes
- Storage:
- Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freeze wrapped in plastic and foil for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator.
- Reheating: Warm leftovers in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes or microwave individual portions for 30-45 seconds.
- Tips: Use fresh apples tossed with sugar and cinnamon if desired, or switch to gluten-free cake mix for dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
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