Crockpot Caramel Apple Dump Cake
Crockpot Caramel Apple Dump Cake is the ultimate comfort dessert that transforms tender apples and sweet caramel into a warm, crumbly delight. This effortless recipe requires minimal prep time and results in a show-stopping treat perfect for cozy gatherings or lazy weekends. Picture your kitchen filled with the irresistible aroma of cinnamon-spiced apples as friends and family savor every gooey bite. Serve it warm with ice cream for an unforgettable experience!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans (21 oz each) apple pie filling
- 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- ½ cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Spray the inside of your crockpot with nonstick cooking spray.
- Pour the apple pie filling into the bottom of the crockpot and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle cinnamon over the apple filling and add chopped nuts if desired.
- Evenly distribute the dry cake mix over the top without stirring.
- Drizzle melted butter and caramel sauce over the cake mix.
- Cover and cook on low for about 4 hours until bubbly and golden brown.
- Serve warm, preferably with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using freshly grated cinnamon or different varieties of apples like Honeycrisp. Allowing the cake to cool for 10-15 minutes will help thicken the caramel, enhancing its texture.