Description
This Apple Snickerdoodle Dump Cake is a delightful and easy-to-make dessert featuring a buttery yellow cake mix topping baked over sweet cinnamon-spiced apple pie filling. Perfectly spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, this comforting treat is ideal for fall gatherings and can be served warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 2 cans (21 ounces each) apple pie filling
Topping
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 box (about 15.25 ounces) yellow cake mix
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
For Serving
- Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Layer apple filling: Spread the apple pie filling evenly over the bottom of the prepared baking dish to create the base layer.
- Add cinnamon sugar: In a small bowl, mix together the sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the apple filling to add spice and sweetness.
- Sprinkle cake mix: Evenly sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix on top of the cinnamon sugar layer. Avoid mixing the layers; this dry layer will bake up crispy and golden.
- Pour butter mixture: In a separate bowl, combine the melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract. Drizzle this liquid mixture evenly over the dry cake mix layer, ensuring it covers as much surface as possible for even baking.
- Add nutmeg (optional): Sprinkle ground nutmeg over the top for an added warm spice flavor, if desired.
- Bake the cake: Place the dish in the oven and bake for 45 to 50 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the edges are bubbly.
- Cool and serve: Allow the cake to cool for at least 15 minutes to set before serving. Serve warm with a generous scoop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream on top.
Notes
- For a crispier topping, add 1/4 cup of chopped pecans or walnuts before baking.
- You can substitute fresh sliced apples tossed with cinnamon and sugar in place of canned apple pie filling for a fresher taste.
- This dessert can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated before serving.
