Can you use fresh apples instead of pie filling?

Yes, you can swap in fresh apples if you prefer a less sweet filling. Slice them thinly, toss with a little sugar and cinnamon, and add lemon juice. Fresh apples will bake into a firmer texture but still work well in a Caramel Apple Dump Cake.

Why did my dump cake turn out dry?

Dry spots happen when the butter doesn’t cover the cake mix evenly. Slice the butter thin or melt it before drizzling to help it soak in. Extra caramel can also boost moisture and create a gooey texture.

Can you make caramel apple dump cake in a slow cooker?

Yes, you can cook this recipe in a slow cooker by layering the ingredients the same way and cooking on low for about three hours. The topping becomes softer but the center turns extra caramel-rich.

Should you melt the butter or slice it?

Both methods work, but sliced butter tends to distribute more evenly across the cake mix. Melted butter can leave dry patches unless poured slowly and evenly.

Caramel Apple Dump Cake – 5 Truly Irresistible, Comforting Flavors

Description

A warm, comforting Caramel Apple Dump Cake with gooey apples, rich caramel, and a buttery golden topping that comes together quickly and bakes into the perfect fall dessert.

Ingredients

Apple pie filling: 2 cans (20 oz each)
Caramel sauce or caramel bits: 1 cup
Yellow or spice cake mix: 1 box (15.25 oz)
Unsalted butter, thinly sliced: 1 cup (2 sticks)
Ground cinnamon (optional): 1 teaspoon
Chopped pecans (optional): 1/2 cup
Old-fashioned oats (optional): 1/3 cup

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Instructions

Spread apple pie filling evenly in the baking dish.
Sprinkle cinnamon over the apples if desired.
Drizzle caramel sauce or sprinkle caramel bits across the apples.
Pour dry cake mix evenly over the caramel layer without mixing.
Arrange thin slices of butter across the surface to cover most of the cake mix.
Bake until the topping is golden and the filling is bubbling.

Notes

Ensure the butter covers most of the cake mix to prevent dry spots.
Add extra caramel for a gooier center.
Use spice cake mix to deepen the fall flavors.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 380
Sugar: 45
Sodium: 420
Fat: 15
Saturated Fat: 9
Unsaturated Fat: 5
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 58
Fiber: 2
Protein: 3
Cholesterol: 35