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Apple Dump Cake

Apple dump cake is a simple dessert that combines canned apples with a buttery, cinnamon-spiced crumble topping. The dish is baked until golden brown, with a warm, gooey apple filling and a crispy, slightly moist topping that offers a contrast in textures.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups canned sliced apples drained
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter cold and cubed
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • 9x13 inch baking dish

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease your baking dish.
  2. Spread the drained canned apples evenly into the prepared baking dish, creating a smooth, layered base.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine granulated sugar, flour, cinnamon, and salt. Mix well to evenly distribute the spices and dry ingredients.
    2 cups canned sliced apples
  4. Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. The butter should be evenly distributed and the mixture slightly clumpy.
    2 cups canned sliced apples
  5. Sprinkle the crumb mixture evenly over the apples, covering them completely with a rustic, crumbly top.
    2 cups canned sliced apples
  6. Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and bubbling slightly around the edges, filling your kitchen with a warm cinnamon aroma.
  7. Remove the dessert from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. The top should be crisp, and the filling soft and fragrant.

Notes

Serve warm, optionally topped with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for added indulgence.