This Apple Dump Cake from Scratch is an easy fall dessert made without cake mix! Serve it with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream and caramel sauce.
I used my homemade Apple Pie Filling to make this cake and adjusted my Vanilla Cake recipe for the top layer. It is absolutely perfect!
Apple season is here and I am celebrating it with Apple Dump Cake from scratch. This very easy dessert is made without a store-bought mix since I never have these on hand. It's too easy to make it! I also used my quick apple pie filling and the result is mouth-watering. Sweet filling topped with crunchy topping just needs a large scoop of ice cream or a dollop of fresh whipped cream! Enjoy!
Ingredients
- all-purpose flour
- granulated sugar
- baking powder
- baking soda
- salt
- butter
- apple pie filling: I used my homemade recipe
How to make Apple Dump Cake from scratch?
- Start by whisking dry ingredients together.
- Drop cut butter and cut in with dry ingredients with a fork or pastry cutter. You can also use your hands. The mixture should be crumbly.
- Grease a baking dish.
- Spread apple pie filling on the bottom of the baking dish.
- Top with cake mixture.
- Bake for 40 minutes, until bubbly on the edges.
Can I use different pie fillings?
Absolutely! We love it with berry fillings and peach filling too. It's even better if you can make them from scratch too.
How to serve this cake?
A classic way of serving a hot fruit dessert like Apple Dump Cake is with ice cream and a generous drizzle of caramel sauce. It is also delicious with whipped cream and a dusting of ground cloves.
Storing leftovers:
You can store leftovers in a container with a lid, in the fridge, for up to 3 days. The longer the cake sits, the softer the cake layer will be. It is best served the same day but you can easily heat it up if stored.
More apple desserts:
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Apple Dump Cake from Scratch
Ingredients
- 20 oz apple pie filling see note
- 1 ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Grease 13" x 9" baking dish.
- Spread apple pie filling in the dish.
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk dry ingredients together.
- Drop cut butter and cut in with dry ingredients with a fork or pastry cutter. You can also use your hands. The mixture should be crumbly.
- Sprinkle it over the filling.
- Bake cake for 40 minutes, until bubbly on the edges.
- Cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- In general, one can of filling is 20 ounces. I used my homemade Apple Pie Filling recipe. It's very easy and quick to make.
- You can use other fillings too! We love it with berry fillings and peach filling too. It’s even better if you can make them from scratch too.
- Please note, that the nutrition value can vary depending on what product you use. The information below is an estimate. Always use calorie counter you are familiar with.
Jo says
can this be made ahead of time and then reheated in the oven? or should i not bake it and then bake when ready to serve?
Sheila Seifert says
Can I substitute frozen peaches for apples? Do you have a recipe using frozen peaches or fresh peaches?
Anna says
Hi Sheila! I do not have a peach version of this cake. When it comes to frozen fruit, it will release a lot of liquid as it thaws so this can cause problems with the batter.
Susan Jones says
Just made it. It is so good. I did add a 1/4 top cinnamon to the dry crumble. My house smells really good also!
Anna says
That's wonderful, Susan! Thank you so much for making my recipe!
DIANE OLSHEFSKY says
how can u call this a scratch recipe when it uses canned apples!!!
Anna says
Hi Diane! Please, read the first sentence in my post as well as my notes in the recipe box. I used my HOMEMADE apple pie filling that I highly recommend. I also make the cake part from scratch, unlike many other recipes that use box mix. Happy baking!
Peggy says
Can this recipe be used in a slow cooker?
Rachael Yerkes says
Apple season is the best because we get to make desserts like these! My favorite!
Anna says
Thanks, Rachael!
Betsy says
Yum! This is incredible! I'll be making this often this year!
Anna says
Thank you, Betsy!
Eden says
This was so delicious! Easy to make and everyone loved it!
Anna says
I am so glad! Thanks, Eden!