Can I make this Caramel Apple Dump Cake ahead of time?

Yes, you can assemble everything up to a day ahead and store it covered in the refrigerator. Bake it when you’re ready to serve. It’s best fresh, but leftovers also reheat well.

What’s the best way to reheat Caramel Apple Dump Cake?

Reheat individual portions in the microwave for about 30 seconds to 1 minute. For a crispier top, reheat in the oven at 300°F for 10–15 minutes.

Can I freeze Caramel Apple Dump Cake?

Absolutely. Once cooled, freeze slices wrapped tightly in plastic and foil or in airtight containers. Reheat in the oven or microwave as desired.

Caramel Apple Dump Cake Recipe: Cozy Fall Comfort with Fresh or Canned Apples

Caramel Apple Dump Cake Recipe

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A simple and cozy dessert, Caramel Apple Dump Cake combines spiced apples, buttery cake topping, and rich caramel into a warm, gooey treat. Perfect for fall gatherings or quick weeknight indulgence, it can be made with either fresh apples or canned filling.

Author: Benchi
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Yield: 10
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

5–6 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled and sliced
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp cinnamon (optional)
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 (20 oz) can apple pie filling (if not using fresh apples)
1 (11 oz) jar caramel sauce (or homemade caramel)
1 box yellow cake mix (15.25 oz)
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted (or cold and sliced)
1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream (optional, for serving)

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
If using fresh apples, toss slices with sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice in a large bowl, then spread them evenly in the dish.
If using canned apples, skip the sugar and lemon; pour filling directly into the dish and spread evenly.
Drizzle caramel sauce evenly over the apple layer.
Sprinkle the entire box of dry cake mix evenly over the apples and caramel (or layer half cake mix, then caramel, then the rest of the mix for a layered method).
Drizzle melted butter evenly over the cake mix, or distribute cold butter slices across the surface.
Sprinkle chopped nuts on top if using.
Bake for 50 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the filling bubbles at the edges.
Allow the cake to cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream if desired.

Notes

Use canned filling for convenience or fresh apples for a brighter flavor.
Salted caramel adds depth and balances sweetness.
Cold butter pats can help with even coverage on top.
Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days and reheated in the microwave.
Sprinkle cinnamon sugar on top before serving for added spice.

Find it online: https://www.cookwithbenchi.com/caramel-apple-dump-cake-recipe/