The premise behind a dump cake is just as it sounds- you “dump” the ingredients on top of each other. There is generally no mixing involved, and it’s a great way to make a quick desserts with only a few simple ingredients.

You usually start with a fruit layer, then sprinkle a box of cake mix evenly over that, and then top with melted butter. Bake until golden brown and you have yourself a great dessert that took no time at all.

Served with fresh fruit like fresh peaches during peach season or even a scoop of vanilla ice cream, this sweet treat is the perfect dessert and sure to become a family favorite in no time.

Popular Dump Cake Recipes Ingredients

While every dump cake recipe is different, here are a few ingredients to keep on hand to make a delicious dessert in a pinch

• Dry cake mix – Most popularly used cake mixes are yellow cake mix, white cake mix or chocolate cake mix.
• Fruit – Most recipes call for a fruit filling or canned fruit like apple pie filling, strawberry pie filling, pumpkin pie mix, or canned cherry pie filling.
• Butter – For most of these easy dump cakes, you pour melted butter over top of the cake mix in an even layer.

How to Store a Dump Cake

Most of these best dump cake recipes can be left out at room temperature while serving. However, it’s a good idea to store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator after serving.

You can also wrap the whole casserole dish in plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator that way. Of course, check the instructions for each specific recipe to be sure.

Dump Cake Recipes

Caramel Apple Dump Cake

This caramel apple dump cake is made from apple pie filling, gooey caramel sauce, buttery yellow cake mix and a melted butter and vanilla blend.

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Apple Dump Cake

Quick and easy to make, this Apple Dump Cake only takes minutes to prepare. With pantry staples, this cake is ideal as a last-minute dessert!

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Lemon Blueberry Dump Cake

This Lemon Blueberry Dump Cake is one of our favorite easy desserts. All you need is four ingredients and one baking dish to make this rich, buttery cobbler that everyone will love!

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Strawberry Dump Cake

This Strawberry Dump Cake Recipe will be your new go-to summer dessert! It’s made with three main ingredients that are “dumped” into a pan and baked. The result is a cobbler-like dessert that tastes delicious with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. 

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Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake

This strawberry cheesecake dump cake is an easy dessert that packs big flavors of creamy cheesecake and sweet strawberries. This crowd pleaser is perfect for a family dessert or to top off the perfect home date night!

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Peach Dump Cake

Quick and easy, this peach dump cake recipe uses only 4 ingredients and is ready in 40 minutes using zero mixing bowls.

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Blueberry Dump Cake

This Blueberry Dump Cake is an easy 3 ingredient dessert recipe that the whole family will enjoy! It's similar to a cobbler and perfect when topped with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

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Pineapple Dump Cake

Pineapple Dump Cake is a classic dessert that is rich, buttery and so delicious. With only 5 ingredients and about 10 minutes of preparation, this is a dessert to bake and enjoy any day of the week!

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Apple Pumpkin Dump Cake

If you haven’t jumped on the “dump cake train” yet, this super easy Apple Pumpkin Dump Cake is a great recipe to try out! It makes a delicious fall dessert and only requires a handful of ingredients! 

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Lemon dump cake with condensed milk only takes 5 ingredients and is one of the best lemon dump cake recipes!! This is a quick, easy dessert you'll love.

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Cranberry Apple Dump Cake

This apple cranberry dump cake has a crisp vanilla cake topping with a delicious fruity layer below, flavored with cinnamon!

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Rhubarb Dump Cake

My Rhubarb Dump Cake is as easy and delicious as it gets! With just 5 ingredients and only 10 minutes of prep, this dump cake recipe is so simple and makes a perfect dessert for spring and summer!

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Cherry Cheesecake Dump Cake

Cherry Cheesecake Dump Cake is layered with plump cherries, luscious cream cheese, cake mix, and butter. This cherry cream cheese dump cake only needs a few ingredients and is decadent, it will soon become your favorite dessert.

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Pumpkin Dump Cake

This pumpkin dump cake is a creamy pumpkin pie filling topped with a decadent pecan butter cake. Serve with ice cream on top for the perfect end to any fall dinner or holiday meal!

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Cherry Pineapple Dump Cake

Cherry pineapple dump cake made with only four ingredients including crushed pineapple and cherry pie filling.  This super simple dessert recipe makes a tart filling with a buttery crunchy top layer.

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There’s nothing I love more than quick and easy desserts. This apple dump cake is my go-to recipe whenever I have unexpected guests or when craving something sweet. Despite taking only minutes to make, this apple cake is decadent, sticky, and delicious.  

All you need to make this cake is cake mix, apple pie filling and melted butter. If you’re feeling fancy, you can also add pecans, walnuts, spices and raisins. As the name suggests, everything gets dumped in a baking tray, pop it in the oven and get the most scrumptious apple cake. 

I like to serve this cake warm, freshly out of the oven, topped with caramel sauce and vanilla ice cream. 

Why You’ll Love This Apple Dump Cake

• Ideal last-minute dessert: This apple dump cake recipe is perfect whenever you have unexpected guests or need a quick cake. No need to run to the shop either, as most ingredients are pantry staples! 
• You probably already have all the ingredients: This recipe only calls for apple pie filling, cake mix and melted butter, which we all have in our pantries. Feel free to make it more extra by adding pecans, apple pie spice, raisins or other toppings. 
• Super easy: No special equipment or tools are needed for this recipe, as you also don’t need to be a skilled baker. Anyone can make this amazing apple cake. 
• Only 5-minute preparation: Saying that this recipe takes 5 minutes is definitely on overestimate. You only need about a minute to dump the apple pie filling in a baking dish, top with cake mix, then pour melted butter on top. Yep, it’s THAT easy. 
• Mess-free: No bowls are needed, so there’s little washing up to do. All you need is a 9×13 inch baking dish and a spatula. 
• Crunchy, sticky and delicious: This cake has the most amazing texture, with sticky apples at the bottom and crunchy cake on top. 
• The best comfort cake: Eating this dessert feels like a warm hug, so I recommend having it whenever you need something unapologetically sweet and cosy. 

Apple Dump Cake Ingredients

Apart from its amazing flavour and texture, this cake is great because it only uses 3 main ingredients. And you probably already have them in your pantry- that’s the beauty of dump cakes.

• Apple pie filling – store-bought pie filling is the best choice for this recipe. You will need about 2 cans. 
• Cake mix – I like to use yellow cake mix, but you can also go for French vanilla. However, anything you have in your pantry will do the trick! 
• Melted butter – Regular baking butter works best for this recipe, and it needs to be fully melted before using. 
• Optional: apple pie spice – I highly recommend using spices to make the apple flavour pop even more. If you don’t have apple pie spice, you can use a mixture of cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice. 
• Optional: pecans or walnuts – Again, highly recommended you use pecans or walnuts. They add a wonderful crunch and a deep nutty flavour to the apple dump cake. 

How to Make Apple Dump Cake 

1. Dump two cans of apple pie filling into a baking dish. 
2. Evenly cover with one box of cake mix. 
3. Optional: sprinkle with chopped pecans or walnuts and apple pie spices. 
4. Pour melted butter on top and tilt the dish around to distribute butter evenly. Bake and serve warm! 

Variations

The base recipe for this apple dump cake is very simple and only needs two ingredients. However, if you want to make it even more amazing, here are some toppings and extra ingredients you can use: 

• Replace apple pie filling with any other type of filling. I recommend pumpkin or cherry. 
• Top with pecans, walnuts, or other types of nuts
• Sprinkle with raisins or dried fruit
• Use apple pie spice or other spices like ground cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, or ginger 
• Replace the yellow cake mix with French Vanilla or chocolate cake mix
• Serve with maple syrup, honey, caramel sauce
• Add a generous ice cream scoop on freshly out of the oven apple cake. I recommend vanilla ice cream for the most amazing flavour combination. 

Tips & Tricks 

• Don’t tap down the dry ingredients: sprinkle the cake mix over the pie filling without tapping or pressing it down. Pressing down the flour mix can make the apple dump cake too dense. 
• Sprinkle apple pie spice between layers: I like to add spices in between each layer for the most amazing flavour throughout the cake. 
• Fully melted butter: the butter needs to be fully melted before pouring it over the cake mix. This makes it easier to spread around evenly. 
• Tilt the dish: after pouring the butter as evenly as possible, tilt the baking dish around to spread the butter. Do not use a spatula to spread it around, as this will make it stick to the cake mix and clump up in one spot. Keep tilting the dish until the butter is in an even layer. It’s okay if you have small spots that are uncovered by butter. 
• Bake until golden-brown: baking time can vary depending on your oven and how well the butter is spread across the top. Once the top looks golden-brown in colour, your cake is ready, so keep an eye on it. 

Storage and Freezing

I recommend serving this decadent apple dump cake freshly out of the oven, with a generous scoop of ice cream on top. 

This cake is also great for longer-term storage. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days in an airtight container. 

Freeze for up to 3 months in a freezer-safe container. Ensure the cake is fully cooled before freezing or refrigerating. To thaw, place in the fridge overnight. To serve, after thawing reheat in the oven for 15 minutes at 325F.

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Apple Dump Cake

Quick and easy to make, this Apple Dump Cake only takes minutes to prepare. With pantry staples, this cake is ideal as a last-minute dessert!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword apple dump cake

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 45 minutes minutes

Total Time 50 minutes minutes

Servings 12

Calories 290kcal

Ingredients

• 2 cans apple pie filling
• 1 box yellow cake mix
• ¾ cup salted butter melted
• ½ cup pecans chopped (optional)
• 2 teaspoons apple pie spice (optional)

Instructions

• Pre-heat oven to 350F (180C) and grease a 9×13 inches baking dish.
• Dump the apple pie filling directly into the tray and spread it evenly with a spatula. If using apple pie spice, sprinkle 1 teaspoon directly over the pie filling.
• Sprinkle the cake mix over the apple pie filling evenly. Do not press it down. Top with the remaining 1 teaspoon apple pie spice (optional).
• Pour melted butter directly over the cake mix, trying to get it as even as possible. Do not use a spatula to try to spread the butter. Instead, tilt the baking dish at an angle and in a circular motion to spread the butter across the cake mix. It’s okay to have a few uncovered spaces.
• Sprinkle with chopped pecans or other desired toppings. Bake for 45 minutes or until golden-brown in color.
• Serve warm with ice cream, honey or caramel sauce.
• If you’ve tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments or star ratings.

Nutrition

Calories: 290kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sodium: 405mg | Potassium: 43mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 358IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 99mg | Iron: 1mg

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So what is an icebox cake? Traditionally it’s a no bake dessert layered with cream, fruit and wafers. It’s then put into the “icebox” to set, while the cream soaks into the wafers giving them a cake-like texture.

Because the icebox is now an obsolete appliance, we simply use a refrigerator in the 21st century. An easy icebox cake that uses simple ingredients is perfect for any summer day.

Typical ingredients for the creamy layer of icebox cakes include: whipped cream like Cool Whip, vanilla pudding, chocolate pudding (or some sort of pudding mixture,) ice cream and chocolate mousse. Of course the options are only as endless as your imagination.

The cookie layer is commonly made with ingredients like: chocolate wafers, chocolate graham crackers, Nilla Wafers, sandwich cookies like Oreo cookies or any other cookies you can think of.

Classic Icebox Cake Recipes

The classic icebox cake recipe is generally a chocolate icebox cake. It’s made with heavy whipping cream, confectioners’ sugar, chocolate graham cracker layers and whatever garnishes you like on top of the cake.

These include: chocolate shavings for extra chocolatey goodness, cocoa powder, chocolate chips and even fresh strawberries.

We’ve since evolved from the old-fashioned icebox cake and branched out to create more flavors. All of my favorite ice box cakes are listed below!

Chocolate Icebox Cake Recipes

Chocolate Raspberry Icebox Cake

An old fashioned no-bake icebox cake is the best easy dessert for hot summer days! This chocolate raspberry version needs just five ingredients.

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Mocha Chocolate Chip Cookie Icebox Cake

One bite of this No-Bake Mocha Chocolate Chip Cookie Icebox Cake will have you swooning! An easy, luscious layered dessert! 

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Chocolate Raspberry Icebox Cakes

These impressive looking no-cook individual Chocolate Raspberry Icebox Cakes are so simple to make and so delicious you’ll find yourself coming up with reasons to make them, like Mother’s Day, birthdays, or just because you need a dessert treat!

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Chocolate Ice Box Cake

This delicious and easy to make Chocolate Icebox Cake Recipe is elegant and definitely a crowd pleaser. You can customize it any way you would like to create different flavors!

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Frozen No Bake Mini Oreo Cheesecakes

With only FIVE ingredients and TEN minutes of prep, these No Bake Mini Oreo Cheesecakes are the perfect quick and easy dessert for summer!

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Cherry Oreo Icebox Cake

This Cherry Oreo Icebox Cake is an easy to make over the top no bake dessert that is sure to become a favorite!

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No Bake Rainbow Icebox Cake

This no-bake rainbow icebox cake is the perfect easy to prepare dessert. Only five ingredients are needed to make this fun sweet treat!

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Chocolate Eclair Cake

Everyone loves a good no bake dessert. Get ready to give your oven an extended vacation once you taste this Chocolate Eclair Cake Recipe! Every layer of goodness has the perfect sweet texture balanced with a cool and delicious crunch. 

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Vintage Icebox Cake

Both festive and delicious, this Vintage Icebox Cake recipe is the perfect dessert for any occasion or celebration!

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Mocha Chocolate Chip Icebox Cake

Decadent is the word for this chocolate chip icebox cake.  Layers of chocolate chip cookies and a mousse flavored with cocoa and a touch of Kahlua!

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Oreo Icebox Cake

This 3 ingredient Oreo Icebox cake is the easiest dessert ever!

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Double Chocolate Icebox Cake

Sweet dreams are made with chocolate and this Double Chocolate Icebox cake is a dream come true!  Creamy, mousse-like filling, laced with stripes of chocolate create a stunning dessert!

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Hot Chocolate Lasagna Icebox Cake

Hot Chocolate Lasagna Icebox Cake became an instant favorite in my home and it will yours too. It is so addicting, make it if you dare!

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Fruity Icebox Cake Recipes

Pistachio Icebox Cake

This no-bake cake is layered with graham crackers, vanilla and pistachio pudding and topped with chopped pistachios, chocolate sauce and cherries!

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Lemon Icebox Cake

This Lemon Icebox Cake has layers of cool, creamy lemon filling, graham crackers, and sweetened whipped cream. It's an easy, refreshing no-bake dessert that is perfect for summer!

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Grape Jelly Ice Box Cake

This Ritz Cracker & Grape Jelly Icebox Cake is an old fashioned, no bake, 3-ingredient dessert the whole family will love! It’s super EASY to make, and you can whip it up the day before!

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Banana Cream Ice Box Cake

This banana cream icebox cake is the perfect no bake banana dessert. It’s 5 ingredients and so easy to make for a luscious and delicious dessert!

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Strawberry Ice Box Cake

This strawberry icebox cake is the perfect no bake dessert with layers of strawberries, whipped cream, and graham crackers! Its a perfect summer dessert!

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No Bake Vanilla Ice Box Cake

This No Bake Vanilla Ice Box Cake is kid-friendly, make ahead, freezer friendly and super easy. What’s not to  love?

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Raspberry Icebox Cake

Easy, flavorful and perfect for the spring and summer this Raspberry Icebox Cake is layered with graham crackers, raspberries and whipped topping this will become your new favorite dessert!

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Carlota de Limon

Carlota de Limon is a delicious Mexican icebox cake with a creamy texture and a tangy kick. A perfect and easy dessert to serve to your family and friends!

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Easy No Bake Icebox Cake Recipe

This old fashioned icebox cake is a simple no bake dessert that you can make with little effort! Layers of graham crackers, summer berries and whipped cream combine for an amazing cake.

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Creamy Caramel Apple Icebox Cake

No bake creamy caramel apple icebox cake is a perfect way to transition to fall flavors without heating up the house. The vanilla cream cheese filling, Graham crackers and cinnamon brown sugar apples come together to make the perfect slice of dessert!

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Pistachio Pudding Icebox Cake

An easy no-bake pistachio pudding dessert recipe made with lush layers of pistachio pudding, whipped topping, graham crackers, and chopped nuts!

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Strawberry Icebox Cake

This dessert is as delicious as it is stunning! Who doesn't love simple icebox cakes, right? Strawberries, cream, and dulce de leche come together in this unforgettable recipe.

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Lemon Icebox Cake

Lemon icebox cake is a lemony comforting dessert that requires no baking. Topped with a handful of fresh berries makes this delicious dessert hard to resist!

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Lime Charlotte Icebox Cake

Lime Charlotte, or Charlotte Russe, is an easy lime icebox cake that is a delicious no-bake Mexican Dessert. No baking, just layers of creamy goodness over cookies, then refrigerate or freeze for a deliciously refreshing dessert!

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No Bake Raspberry Chocolate Dulce de Leche Icebox Cake

This easy No Bake Raspberry Chocolate Dulce de Leche Icebox Cake uses frozen raspberries and can be thrown together in 15 minutes! 

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Icebox Lavender Lemon Angel Food Cake

Icebox Lavender Lemon Angel Food Cake is light dessert with a lavender Meyer lemon honey dairy free topping between 3 layers of angel food cake. Almost homemade and a show stopper spring dessert!

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