Apple Dump Cake with Pie Filling

If you’re on the hunt for a dessert that’s as easy to make as it is delicious, you’re in the right place. Apple Dump Cake is a crowd-pleasing treat that requires minimal effort but delivers maximum flavor. Perfect for those busy weeknights, last-minute gatherings, or when you simply aren’t in the mood for elaborate baking, this recipe is your go-to solution.

With just a handful of ingredients and no complicated steps, it’s one of those desserts that feels like a secret weapon in the kitchen.

Why This Recipe Is a Game-Changer

The beauty of dump cake lies in its name – you literally dump the ingredients into a pan and bake. No mixing bowls, no complicated techniques, and no stress. This Apple Dump Cake transforms simple pantry staples into a dessert that rivals any fancy apple crisp.

The secret? Four basic ingredients that work magic together:

• Apple pie filling (2 cans) – provides sweet, tender apples with perfect seasoning
• Yellow cake mix (1 box) – creates a golden, cake-like topping
• Butter (½ cup melted) – adds richness and helps everything turn beautifully golden
• Apple pie spice (1-2 teaspoons) – boosts the warm, cozy flavors

Perfect for Any Occasion

Whether you’re hosting a dinner party, bringing a dish to a potluck, or just want something sweet after dinner, this dump cake delivers. The generous serving size of 10 portions means there’s plenty to go around, and leftovers taste amazing the next day.

Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, and watch everyone’s faces light up. The contrast between the warm, spiced cake and cold, creamy ice cream creates the perfect bite every time.

Ingredients:

• 2 (21 oz.) cans of apple pie filling
• 1–2 tsp. apple pie spice
• 1 (15.25 oz.) box of yellow cake mix
• 1/2 cup melted butter

Directions

Preheat your oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.

Evenly spread the apple pie filling across the bottom of the prepared pan.

Sprinkle the apple pie spice over the filling, followed by the dry cake mix, ensuring it covers the surface evenly.

Drizzle the melted butter over the top, aiming to cover as much of the cake mix as possible.

Bake for 40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbling.

Let it cool slightly before serving. Pair with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the perfect finishing touch!