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Caramel Apple Dump Cake Recipe

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This easy and delicious Caramel Apple Dump Cake combines sweet apple pie filling, chewy caramel pieces, and buttery yellow cake mix for a delightful dessert that’s quick to assemble and perfect for any occasion. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent treat.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 40 ounces apple pie filling (2 cans, 20 ounces each)
  • 5.4 ounces Werther’s Original Chewy Caramels (half of a 10.8-ounce bag), cut into small pieces
  • 1 box super moist butter yellow cake mix
  • 1 cup salted butter, melted
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • Vanilla ice cream (optional for serving)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray a 9×13 inch baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Add Apple Pie Filling: Dump both cans of apple pie filling evenly into the baking dish. Use a spatula to smooth it out into an even layer.
  3. Sprinkle Caramel Pieces: Take half of the Werther’s caramel bag (about 5.4 ounces), cut each caramel into 3 or 4 small pieces, and sprinkle them evenly over the apple pie filling for sweet, chewy bites.
  4. Top with Cake Mix: Evenly sprinkle the entire box of dry yellow cake mix over the caramel and apple layer. Smooth the top with a spatula to distribute the mix evenly.
  5. Pour Butter and Milk Mixture: In a separate bowl, combine the melted salted butter with the ½ cup of whole milk. Slowly and evenly pour this mixture over the dry cake mix layer. This helps the cake mix absorb moisture and creates a rich, buttery crust. Make sure to cover all spots to avoid dry patches.
  6. Bake the Cake: Place the baking dish uncovered in the preheated oven. Bake for 45 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through for even baking. The dump cake is done when the edges are bubbly and the top is golden brown.
  7. Serve: Allow the cake to cool slightly before serving. For an indulgent dessert, top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream if desired.

Notes

  • You can use any variety of apple pie filling based on your preference for sweetness or tartness.
  • Cutting the caramels into smaller pieces helps them distribute evenly and melt during baking.
  • If you prefer a less sweet dessert, reduce the amount of caramel used.
  • Make sure to evenly pour the butter and milk mixture to avoid dry spots on top of the cake.
  • Let the cake cool for about 10 minutes before serving to allow it to set slightly.

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