This Caramel Apple Dump Cake is a delightful baked dessert that combines the flavors of sweet apples and rich caramel. It’s an easy-to-make recipe that fits perfectly into your collection of apple recipes and baked dessert recipes, making it an ideal choice for Thanksgiving desserts or fall baking recipes.
With minimal effort, you can create a delicious dessert bar recipe that will impress your guests. This cake is not only a sweet dish but also a comforting treat for any occasion, including sweet snacks recipes.
Easy Caramel Apple Dump Cake
This dump cake features layers of tender apples topped with a buttery cake mix and drizzled with caramel sauce. It takes about 50 minutes to prepare and bake, serving 8 people. Perfect for Thanksgiving dessert ideas or any fall gathering.
Ingredients
- 4 cups sliced apples (about 4 medium apples)
- 1 cup caramel sauce, divided
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- Vanilla ice cream for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the Apples: In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with 1/2 cup of caramel sauce and cinnamon. Spread the apple mixture evenly in the bottom of a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Add Cake Mix: Sprinkle the dry cake mix evenly over the apple mixture. Do not stir.
- Drizzle Butter: Pour the melted butter evenly over the cake mix. If using, sprinkle chopped nuts on top.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the apples are bubbly.
- Serve: Allow to cool slightly before drizzling with the remaining caramel sauce. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream if desired.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Total Time: 50-55 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 8 servings
- Calories: 320kcal
- Fat: 14g
- Protein: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
