Ingredients
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For the Cake:
- 2 cans (21 oz each) apple pie filling
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce, plus extra for drizzling
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Carefully grease a 9x13 inch baking dish, ensuring complete coverage to prevent sticking.
- Open the cans of apple pie filling and spread them evenly across the bottom of the baking dish. The apples should create a thick, even layer that covers the entire base.
- Drizzle 1/2 cup of caramel sauce over the apple pie filling. Use a spoon or spatula to create an even distribution, allowing the caramel to weave between the apple pieces.
- Sprinkle the dry cake mix evenly over the caramel and apple layer. Do not stir or mix the ingredients – the magic happens during baking.
- Slowly pour the melted butter over the cake mix, aiming to moisten as much of the dry mix as possible. The butter will help create a golden, crispy top.
- Dust the entire surface with ground cinnamon and nutmeg. These warm spices will add depth and complexity to the dessert.
- If desired, sprinkle chopped pecans across the top for added texture and nutty flavor.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes. The cake is ready when the top turns a beautiful golden brown and the edges are bubbling with caramel and apple goodness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes