Ingredients
- 2 cans apple pie filling
- 1 can cranberry sauce whole berry
- 1 box Cinnamon Swirl Crumb Cake Mix
- ¾ cup butter unsalted, melted
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven
First, set your oven to 350°F so it’s ready when you are. This step is a no-brainer, but it’s easy to forget when you’re juggling holiday chaos. Been there.
2. Layer the fruit
Grab your 9×13 baking dish and pour in the apple pie filling. Spread it out evenly with a spoon so every bite has that gooey apple goodness. Next, dollop the cranberry sauce on top. You don’t need to mix them together; the oven will do that magic for you.
3. Mix the crumb topping
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cinnamon swirl cake mix with the included cinnamon sugar packet. Add the melted butter and stir until the mixture looks crumbly—think wet sand, but much tastier. If the mix seems too dry, add a splash of melted butter.
4. Assemble the cake
Drizzle the crumb mixture evenly over the fruit layer. Don’t worry if it’s not perfectly smooth; those uneven bits will crisp up beautifully.
5. Bake to golden perfection
Pop the dish into your preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes. You’ll know it’s ready when the top is golden brown and the fruit filling is bubbling around the edges. Your kitchen will smell like a holiday dream at this point.
6. Cool and serve
Let the dump cake cool for 10-15 minutes before serving. This helps the filling set up a bit and prevents any burned tongues—trust me on this one.
Notes
How to serve and garnish your Christmas dump cake
For a picture-perfect presentation, serve this dump cake warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. If you’re feeling fancy, sprinkle a little extra cinnamon or crushed gingerbread cookies on top. Hosting a party? Serve it straight from the dish with a small pitcher of caramel sauce on the side—guests can drizzle to their heart’s content.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
- Category: Dessert