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3-Ingredient Apple Pie Dump Cake

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This 3-Ingredient Apple Pie Dump Cake is a warm, buttery dessert that tastes like classic apple pie with none of the work. Just layer apple pie filling, dry cake mix, and melted butter, bake until golden, and enjoy a cozy, crowd-pleasing treat.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1 can (21 oz) apple pie filling
  • 1 box yellow cake mix
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Spread apple pie filling evenly in the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  3. Sprinkle the dry cake mix evenly over the filling.
  4. Drizzle melted butter over the cake mix, covering as much as possible.
  5. Bake for 45–50 minutes, until the top is golden brown and filling is bubbling.
  6. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving. Serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream if desired.

Notes

  • Sprinkle with cinnamon or apple pie spice for extra flavor.
  • Use spice cake mix for a deeper, autumn-inspired version.
  • Add chopped walnuts or pecans on top for crunch.
  • Drizzle with caramel sauce after baking for a decadent finish.
  • Swap the filling with cherry, blueberry, or peach for variety.

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