Apple Snickerdoodle Dump Cake Recipe

 

Apple Snickerdoodle Dump Cake Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 cans (21 oz each) apple pie filling

• 1 box yellow cake mix (or white cake mix)

• 1 stick (½ cup) unsalted butter, melted

• 1 tsp ground cinnamon

• 1 tbsp sugar (for snickerdoodle topping)

• Optional: ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts

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Instructions

1. Preheat & Prep

   • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

2. Layer the Apples

   • Spread apple pie filling evenly across the bottom of the dish.

3. Add the Cake Mix

   • Sprinkle dry cake mix evenly over the apples. Do not stir.

4. Drizzle with Butter

   • Pour melted butter evenly across the top, covering as much cake mix as possible.

5. Snickerdoodle Finish

   • In a small bowl, mix cinnamon and sugar. Sprinkle over the top of the cake. Add nuts if desired.

6. Bake

   • Bake for 40–45 minutes, until golden brown and bubbly.

7. Serve & Enjoy

   • Let cool slightly before serving. Delicious on its own, or topped with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

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Tips for the Best Dump Cake

• Don’t stir the layers — the magic happens while baking.

• Swap apple pie filling for fresh sliced apples tossed in sugar and cinnamon for a homemade twist.

• For extra richness, use brown sugar instead of white in the topping.

• Store leftovers covered in the fridge and reheat before serving.

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Fun Variations

• Caramel Apple Snickerdoodle Cake: Drizzle caramel sauce over the apples before adding cake mix.

• Apple Cranberry Twist: Add a handful of dried cranberries with the apple filling.

• Spiced Cake Version: Use spice cake mix instead of yellow for even more flavor.

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Why You’ll Love This Dessert

✔️ Only a handful of ingredients
✔️ No mixing bowls required
✔️ Sweet, cinnamon-spiced comfort in every bite
✔️ Perfect for holidays, gatherings, or last-minute desserts