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Apple Snickerdoodle Dump Cake Recipe

Apple Snickerdoodle Dump Cake Recipe


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  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 12 1x

Description

Sweet cinnamon-kissed Apple Snickerdoodle Dump Cake combines classic comfort with effortless baking magic. Warm spices and buttery crumble create a dessert that welcomes friends and family around the table with irresistible charm.


Ingredients

Scale

Fruit Filling:

  • 2 cans (20 ounces / 567 grams) apple pie filling

Cookie Mix:

  • 1 package (17.9 ounces / 507 grams) snickerdoodle cookie mix
  • 1 cinnamon-sugar packet (included with cookie mix)

Additions and Toppings:

  • ½ cup (113 grams / 4 ounces) melted butter
  • ½ cup (57 grams / 2 ounces) chopped pecans or walnuts
  • Whipped cream (for serving)
  • Vanilla ice cream (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the baking environment by heating the oven to 350F (175C) and coating a 9×13-inch baking dish with a light layer of cooking spray.
  2. Create a foundational layer by carefully distributing apple pie filling across the entire bottom of the prepared dish, ensuring an even spread.
  3. Combine the snickerdoodle cookie mix with the accompanying cinnamon-sugar packet in a separate mixing bowl, blending thoroughly to create a uniform mixture.
  4. Gently cascade the seasoned cookie mixture over the apple pie filling, aiming for complete and consistent coverage across the surface.
  5. Introduce melted butter by drizzling it uniformly across the cookie layer, allowing it to penetrate and enhance the overall texture.
  6. For enhanced crunch and depth, optionally scatter chopped pecans or walnuts across the top of the cake.
  7. Transfer the assembled cake to the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, monitoring until the surface achieves a rich golden-brown color and the filling develops a bubbling perimeter.
  8. After removing from the oven, allow the cake to rest and slightly cool, which helps stabilize its structure.
  9. Serve the warm cake accompanied by a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a delicate dollop of whipped cream for an indulgent finishing touch.

Notes

  • Swap out gluten-containing cookie mix with a gluten-free alternative for those with wheat sensitivities.
  • Add a pinch of nutmeg or cardamom to the cookie mix for a more complex, warming flavor profile.
  • Toast nuts before sprinkling to enhance their natural oils and create a deeper, richer crunch.
  • Consider reducing butter amount by half to create a lighter, less dense dessert option for health-conscious individuals.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 12
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 20 g
  • Sodium: 220 mg
  • Fat: 16 g
  • Saturated Fat: 8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 34 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 2 g
  • Cholesterol: 40 mg