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Caramel Apple Dump Cake Recipe

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This Caramel Apple Dump Cake is a quick and easy dessert combining sweet apple pie filling, warm spices, chewy caramel pieces, and a buttery yellow cake mix baked to golden perfection. Served best warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, it’s a comforting treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Apple Filling

  • 2 20-ounce cans apple pie filling
  • ¼ teaspoon allspice
  • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon

Caramel Topping

  • ½ 10.8 ounce bag Werther’s Original Chewy Caramels (cut in half)

Cake Topping

  • 1 box super moist butter yellow cake mix
  • ¾ cup salted butter (1 ½ sticks, cut into 15 squares)

Optional

  • Vanilla ice cream for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Prepare Apple Mixture: Dump both cans of apple pie filling into the baking dish. Sprinkle allspice and cinnamon evenly over the apples, then stir gently to combine the spices throughout. Use a spatula to smooth the mixture evenly in the dish.
  3. Add Caramel Pieces: Cut half of the caramel candies in half and sprinkle them evenly on top of the apple mixture. This will add a rich, chewy sweetness throughout the cake.
  4. Apply Cake Mix: Evenly sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix over the caramel and apple layer. Use a spatula to gently smooth out the cake mix into an even layer to ensure consistent baking.
  5. Add Butter: Distribute the cold, cubed butter pieces evenly over the surface of the cake mix. This adds moisture and richness as the cake bakes.
  6. Bake: Place the dish uncovered in the oven and bake for 45 minutes. Halfway through baking, rotate the pan to ensure even cooking and browning.
  7. Check for Doneness: The cake is done when the edges are bubbly and the top is golden brown. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
  8. Serve: Serve warm, optionally topped with vanilla ice cream for a creamy contrast.

Notes

  • Using cold butter helps create a crumbly topping texture as it melts during baking.
  • Rotate the pan halfway through baking to ensure even heat distribution and prevent over-browning on one side.
  • Caramel candies should be cut in half for more even distribution and better melting throughout the cake.
  • This dessert is best served warm but can also be reheated gently in the microwave.
  • Substitute spices or add nutmeg for a more complex autumn flavor if desired.

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