I’m hooked on making easy crockpot dump cake recipes, and today I’m excited to share a simple favorite: a 3-Ingredient Crock Pot Apple Spice Dump Cake. These slow cooker desserts are effortless, taste amazing, and let the crockpot do all the work.
Crock Pot Apple Spice Dump Cake Recipe
Dump cakes are one of the easiest desserts to make, and this apple spice version is a fall favorite. With just apple pie filling, spice cake mix, and butter, you can create a warm, comforting dessert in your slow cooker. It’s a perfect last-minute treat for guests because it fills the house with a delicious aroma and requires almost no hands-on time.
This recipe originally appeared years ago and has continued to be popular because it’s reliable and adaptable. We updated the photos so you can see how delicious the finished cake looks when served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
If you enjoy other crockpot desserts, try variations such as chocolate-cherry dump cakes or classic cherry dump cake. You can also swap toppings—chopped pecans or walnuts add a pleasant crunch, and a sprinkle of brown sugar before serving intensifies the caramel-like flavor.
Ingredients
- 42 ounces (two cans) apple pie filling
- 1 box spice cake mix (dry)
- ½ cup butter, melted
- Cooking spray for the crockpot
Serve the cake warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. For extra texture, add chopped pecans or walnuts on top just before serving.
Equipment Needed
- Crockpot or slow cooker with a lid (a model with a timer that switches to warm is helpful)
How to Make the Dump Cake in a Slow Cooker
- Grease the inside of the crockpot with cooking spray.
- Pour both cans of apple pie filling into the greased crockpot and spread evenly.
- In a bowl, combine the dry spice cake mix with the melted butter until the mixture is crumbly.
- Sprinkle the crumbly cake mix evenly over the apple filling.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or on high for 2 hours, until the top is set and the filling is bubbling at the edges.
- Let the cake rest a few minutes, then serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream.
How to Make an Apple Spice Dump Cake in the Oven
If your slow cooker is in use, you can bake this cake in the oven. Grease a 9 x 13-inch casserole dish, pour in the apple pie filling, top with the dry cake mix mixture and melted butter, and bake at 350°F for 30–40 minutes. Start checking at 30 minutes—baking times vary by oven.
Recipe Details
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours (low) or 2 hours (high)
- Total Time: about 4 hours 5 minutes
- Servings: 8
- Calories (approx.): 533 per serving
- Author: Tammilee Tips
Instructions (Quick)
- Grease the crockpot and add both cans of apple pie filling.
- Mix the dry spice cake mix with melted butter until crumbly; sprinkle over apples.
- Cook on low for 4 hours or high for 2 hours. Serve warm.
Kitchen Tools
- Slow cooker
Notes
- Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
- Add chopped nuts for crunch or a light sprinkle of brown sugar for added sweetness.
- Timing may vary by crockpot model; if your cooker runs hot, check the cake a bit earlier.
Nutrition Highlights (per serving)
- Calories: 533
- Fat: 21g
- Carbohydrates: 87g
- Sugar: 51g
- Protein: 3g
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Originally shared February 15, 2014. Updated March 3, 2020.
If you love apple desserts, try making crock pot apple cinnamon oatmeal or explore other spice cake mix recipes for more easy desserts. This apple spice dump cake is a dependable, crowd-pleasing slow cooker dessert that’s perfect for fall gatherings, potlucks, or any time you want a warm and comforting treat with minimal effort.