Get ready to fall in love with the ultimate comfort dessert: Easy Apple Dump Cake from Scratch! This simple yet irresistible recipe takes the cozy flavors of fresh apples, cinnamon, and nutmeg and pairs them with a buttery homemade cake batter thatβs whipped up in minutesβno boxed mixes here! Topped with a sprinkle of caramelized brown sugar, this dump cake transforms into a golden masterpiece with a tender crust and juicy apple filling. Perfectly balanced in sweetness and spice, itβs ideal for autumn gatherings, weeknight desserts, or anytime you crave warm, homemade goodness. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a dessert that's as easy to make as it is delightful to eat. Ready in just over an hour, this from-scratch treat will be your new go-to apple dessert!
Preheat your oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
Peel, core, and thinly slice the apples. Arrange them evenly in the prepared baking dish.
In a small bowl, mix the granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the apples.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl or on the stovetop. Let it cool slightly.
In a separate bowl, combine the melted butter, whole milk, and vanilla extract. Stir until well blended.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined to form a batter. Be careful not to overmix.
Pour the batter evenly over the apples, spreading lightly with a spatula as needed to cover most of the fruit.
Sprinkle the brown sugar evenly over the top of the batter for a caramelized finish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the batter comes out clean.
Allow the dump cake to cool for 10-15 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm on its own or paired with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Calories |
438 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 19.3 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.8 g | 59% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 51 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 212 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.7 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.4 g | ||
| Protein | 3.7 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 61 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 243 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.