Apple and Caramel Dump Cake
A delicious and easy apple and caramel dump cake that's perfect for fall gatherings. This recipe combines tart apples with sweet caramel and a convenient cake mix for a quick and satisfying dessert.
Equipment
- 1 9x13-inch baking dish greased
- 1 Mixing Bowl
- 1 peeler
- 1 knife
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups sliced apples Granny Smith or Honeycrisp
- 1 cup caramel sauce
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter sliced
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
Instructions
Preparation
- Wash, peel, and core the apples. Slice them thinly and toss with cinnamon and nutmeg in a mixing bowl.
- Spread the apple mixture evenly in the bottom of a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Drizzle the caramel sauce over the apples.
- Sprinkle the cake mix evenly over the apples and caramel. Do not stir.
- Place slices of butter evenly on top of the cake mix.
Baking
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 45-50 minutes until the top is golden brown and the sides are bubbling.
Serving
- Allow the cake to cool slightly before serving. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Storage
- Once cooled, cover the cake and store at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze wrapped tightly for up to 2 months.
- Reheat slices in a preheated oven at 300°F (150°C) for 10-15 minutes or microwave individual servings for 20-30 seconds.
Notes
Pro Tips: Choose firm apples for the best texture. Add a pinch of salt to the caramel for enhanced flavor.
Ingredient Substitutions: Use spice cake mix for a different flavor. You can substitute caramel sauce with dulce de leche.
How to Serve: Best served warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Storage & Freshness: Store at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
Make-Ahead Tips: Prepare the apples and caramel sauce in advance and store separately until ready to bake.
Ingredient Substitutions: Use spice cake mix for a different flavor. You can substitute caramel sauce with dulce de leche.
How to Serve: Best served warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Storage & Freshness: Store at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
Make-Ahead Tips: Prepare the apples and caramel sauce in advance and store separately until ready to bake.