Grandma’s 3-Ingredient Apple Dump Cake
There’s something so heartwarming about the smell of apples and cinnamon wafting through the house, especially when it reminds you of simpler times. This recipe is the ultimate comfort food — quick to make, minimal fuss, and endlessly satisfying.
Equipment
- 9x13-inch baking dish
- Oven
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cans apple pie filling 21 oz / 595 g each, classic with cinnamon and spices
- 1 box yellow cake mix 15.25 oz / 432 g
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter melted, not browned
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Step 2: Spread the apple pie filling evenly in a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Step 3: Sprinkle the dry cake mix evenly over the apple filling. Do not stir.
- Step 4: Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the cake mix in thin streams.
- Step 5: Bake for approximately 45 minutes until the top is golden and crisp and filling bubbles around the edges.
- Step 6: Let cool for 10-15 minutes before serving to allow juices to settle.
Notes
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or caramel sauce for an extra indulgent touch. For a lighter or different flavor, try swapping apple pie filling for cherry, blueberry, or peach. You can also add spices like cinnamon or nutmeg to the filling before topping.