Pour canned apple pie filling into the slow cooker with just 3 other ingredients and somehow dessert tastes bakery-made.

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This 4-ingredient slow cooker apple dump cake is as simple as desserts get—minimal effort with a cozy, satisfying result. Using just a few pantry basics, it turns into a warm, soft treat that sits somewhere between an apple cobbler and a crisp. As it cooks, the apples release juices that moisten the cake mix from below, while the butter creates a lightly crisp, golden layer on top—ideal for a relaxed, comforting dessert.

4-Ingredient Slow Cooker Apple Dump Cake

Ingredients

2 cans (20–21 oz each) apple pie filling
1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix (used dry)
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Base
Grease a 4–6 quart slow cooker lightly. Pour in the apple pie filling and spread it evenly. If you’re adding cinnamon, sprinkle it over the apples and gently stir to combine.

Step 2: Add the Cake Mix
Sprinkle the dry cake mix evenly over the apple layer. Do not mix—keeping the layers separate is key for the final texture.

Step 3: Add the Butter
Drizzle the melted butter over the cake mix, covering as much of the surface as you can to help it cook evenly and brown nicely.

Step 4: Cook
Cover and cook on:

HIGH for 2–3 hours, or
LOW for 4–5 hours
It’s done when the edges are bubbling and the top no longer looks dry or powdery.

Step 5: Let It Rest
Turn off the slow cooker and leave the lid off for about 10–15 minutes. This helps the dessert set and reduces excess moisture.

Serve warm as-is, or add a scoop of ice cream for an extra indulgent touch. It’s an easy, comforting dessert you’ll want to make again and again.

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