For one of the tastiest and easiest desserts ever, make this Crock Pot Apple Dump Cake. You only need 4 ingredients for this no-fuss slow cooker cake that tastes like freshly baked apple pie!
This Slow Cooker Apple Dump Cake Cake is one easy dessert. It will be your go-to recipe from now on! All you need is a boxed cake mix, two cans of apple pie filling, butter, and cinnamon. It's a game-changer.
Of course, you can add nuts if you like.
You can also use our recipe for Crockpot Apples with a bit of added sugar in place of the canned apple pie filling for fresh apples.
We love using our crockpot and have the best slow cooker tips and tricks.
Another amazing slow cooker dessert is Crock Pot Peach Cobbler. We enjoy it year-round!
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What Is Dump Cake?
What is a dump cake? It's when you literally "dump" everything in your slow cooker, and you get to bite into a delicious Apple Cinnamon Cake once it's done cooking.
It's better if you top it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and drizzle a little caramel sauce over it.
You can also make oven-baked Pumpkin Dump Cake. Delicious!
We make these apple dessert recipes when it's apple season, or anytime we're craving that comforting apple flavor.
No-bake Apple Caramel Cheesecake Trifles, easy Crock Pot Baked Apples, or Apple Cinnamon Crockpot Oatmeal for breakfast.
Ingredient Notes
You only need a few simple ingredients to make this crockpot apple pie dump cake. If you keep them in your pantry, you can make this dessert all season long, especially on short notice.
- Apple Pie Filling - two cans.
- Yellow Cake Mix - 1 box of dry cake mix. You can also choose a different cake flavor if you like.
- Butter, melted - salted butter.
- Ground Cinnamon - to add just the right amount of spice.
- Toasted Chopped Pecans - an optional ingredient to give your recipe some nutty flavor and texture.
What size crockpot?
This is a good question since there are varying sizes of slow cookers.
To cook this Apple Dump Cake Recipe, use a 5-6-quart crockpot for best results.
Step By Step Instructions
- ADD PIE FILLING TO CROCKPOT - Take two cans of apple pie filling and spread them in the bottom of your crockpot.
- MIX CAKE AND OTHER INGREDIENTS - In a medium mixing bowl, stir together the cake mix, ground cinnamon, chopped pecans, and melted butter.
- PLACE CAKE IN CROCKPOT - Crumble the cake mixture over the apple pie filling.
- COOK - Place a double layer of paper towels on top of your slow cooker. Place the lid over the paper towel and make sure it is secure. ( See below. The paper towels will prevent condensation from dripping onto the cake) Cook on high for 2 hours. (low for 3-4 hours)
Note: There is no need to grease the crockpot before putting the ingredients in because you add butter to the recipe.
How to make a gluten-free apple cake in the Crockpot
To make a gluten-free Apple Dump Cake, make sure you use a certified gluten-free cake mix in the recipe and double-check that the apple pie filling is GF.
Then, make the recipe as instructed.
If you would like a vegan version:
- Replace the butter with coconut oil, and make sure to use a vegan cake mix.
Tips & tricks
- Every crockpot model is a little different, so your cook time may vary. Our advice, watch the recipe closely the first time you make it, so you get a perfectly cooked cake. If your slow cooker runs hot, we recommend checking it after 1.5 hours.
- To prevent the condensation from dripping on your cake and making it soggy, make sure to place towels between the crock and the crockpot lid.
- If you have a nut allergy to work around, omit the pecans when making your slow cooker apple dump cake.
- For a delicious variation, readers mentioned how good it is if you use a spice cake mix for this slow cooker apple dessert.
Other easy crockpot recipes
Overnight Apple Cinnamon Crockpot Oatmeal - a warm and delicious way to start your day.
Overnight Peanut Butter Crockpot Oatmeal - a hearty breakfast everyone loves!
Crockpot Baked Apples - soft and sweet spiced apples that never disappoint.
Easy Crock Pot Candy - yummy chocolate peanut clusters!
If you need another slow cooker dessert, try this divine Chocolate Crock Pot Lava Cake!
How to serve
Besides eating it straight from the crockpot, there are so many ways to enjoy your slow cooker dump cake! Here are our favorites.
- Fill your bowl and top it with a scoop or two of vanilla ice cream. (Or flavor of choice!)
- Top it with a generous dollop of whipped cream.
- For a sweet touch, dust it with powdered sugar before serving.
- Drizzle some caramel sauce over your crockpot apple dessert to make it extra special.
How to store
Because this crockpot apple cake is so moist, it is best served the day you cook it.
If you have leftovers, you can refrigerate them in an airtight container and reheat them until warmed through in the microwave or the oven. However, the cake will not retain its original texture. It may become soggy.
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Printable Recipe
Crock Pot Apple Dump Cake Recipe
Equipment
- 5-6-quart Crockpot
- medium mixing bowl
- Spatula or cooking spoon
Ingredients
- 2 cans Apple Pie Filling (20-ounce cans)
- 1 box Yellow Cake Mix (any brand)
- ½ stick (½ cup butter melted)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ cup toasted pecans chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Take 2 cans of apple pie filling and spread them in the bottom of your crockpot.
- In a medium mixing bowl, stir together the cake mix, cinnamon, pecans, and melted butter. Crumble the cake mix over the apple pie filling.
- Place a double layer of paper towels on top of your slow cooker. Place the lid over the paper towel and make sure it is secure. (The paper towels will prevent condensation from dripping onto the cake)
- Cook on high for 2 hours. (low for 3-4)
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Notes
- Every model of the crockpot is a little different, so your cook time may vary. Our advice, watch the recipe closely the first time you make it, so you get a perfectly cooked cake. If your slow cooker runs hot, we recommend checking it after 1.5 hours.
- To prevent the condensation from dripping on your cake and making it soggy, make sure to place towels between the crock and the crockpot lid.
- If you have a nut allergy to work around, omit the pecans in the recipe.
- For a delicious variation, readers mentioned how good it is if you use a spice cake mix.
janet says
Can fresh apples be used in any way?
Ritika Gann says
Hi Janet, if you make your fresh apples into apple pie filling, it would work. However, if you just used fresh apples, it would lose the sweetness and texture that this recipe is supposed to have!
Lily says
Oh my goodness this was amazing!! This recipe screamed fall and made me so excited for the coming months!! I love how easy it was to make, perfect for a weekday.
Erin Henry says
Yes, this recipe is easy enough for a weekday. No baking skills are required!
Kristyn says
One of the easiest & most comforting & delicious desserts out there!! We make this all fall/winter long!!
Erin Henry says
We make it all fall and winter long, too. If you're having guests over, it's nice to have the house smell so delicious!
Beth says
This was such a delicious and very big hit on Thanksgiving last year! Our little gathering absolutely loved this recipe! I can't wait to make this again!
Erin Henry says
We made it for our Thanksgiving guests too. They LOVED it and there definitely wasn't any leftover!
Natasha says
This is by far one of the most delicious apple dessert recipes that I have tried. It is so delicious, my kids are already asking me to do it again. It’s so easy to make so I don’t have any problems making this again and again for my family!
Allyson Zea says
This looks so amazing, and I'm pretty sure I have some canned apple in my pantry! Will report back!
Beth says
This looks so delicious and yummy! My husband is going to love this recipe! I can't wait to give this a try!