Air Fryer Apple Dump Cake
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Nothing about Air Fryer Apple Dump Cake is complicated, and that’s exactly why I love it. You get soft, sweet apple filling underneath a buttery, golden crumble that the air fryer crisps up beautifully in less time than the oven. It’s warm, cozy, and the kind of dessert that makes the whole kitchen smell amazing.
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I make this for holiday gatherings, fall dinner parties, and anytime I want a warm dessert without a complicated baking project. You can throw it together while everything else is going, it feeds a crowd without any fuss, and nobody ever turns down warm apple dump cake with ice cream. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Ingredients You’ll Need
You’ll need all the ingredients shown in the photograph below.
How to Make Air Fryer Apple Dump Cake with Step-By-Step Instructions
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Let me walk you through exactly how to make Air Fryer Apple Dump Cake, so it comes out perfectly every time.
Prep the Baking Dish
Butter your baking dish before adding the apple filling so it doesn’t stick to the bottom.
Add the Apple Filling
Pour the apple pie filling into the baking dish and spread it out into an even layer. I always use my ceramic baking dish for this recipe because it heats evenly and makes cleanup a breeze.
Sprinkle sugar and salt right over the top to season the filling.
Make the Crumble Topping
Add the yellow cake mix and melted butter to a medium bowl, then use a fork to combine them until the mixture starts to form crumbles.
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Spread and Layer
Spread the cake mix crumbles evenly over the apple filling so every bite gets that buttery topping. A silicone spatula makes it easy to distribute the crumbles without disturbing the apple layer underneath.
Air Fry the Cake
Bake at 160ºC (320°F) for 25 minutes until the topping is golden and the filling is bubbling around the edges.
Serve and Enjoy
Scoop the warm cake into bowls and serve with vanilla ice cream. I always keep a set of dessert bowls on hand for serving because they make even a simple dessert feel a little more special. Enjoy!
If you’re taking it to a gathering, cover the baking dish tightly with foil and transport it in an insulated casserole carrier to keep it warm on the go.
Ingredients
- 1 can 21-ounce apple pie filling
- Sugar for seasoning
- Salt for seasoning
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 6 ounces cold butter plus more for the baking dish
- Vanilla ice cream for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Add the apple filling to a 9×13 baking dish and sprinkle with sugar and salt.1 can 21-ounce apple pie filling, Sugar, Salt
- In a medium bowl, combine cake mix and melted butter with a fork until the cake mix begins to form crumbles.1 box yellow cake mix, 6 ounces cold butter
- Spread the cake mix crumbles evenly over the apple filling.
- Bake at 160ºC (320°F) for 25 minutes.
- Serve with vanilla ice cream and enjoy!Vanilla ice cream
Notes
- Use cold butter for the crumble: Cold butter combined with the cake mix creates crumbles that are better defined than those made with softened butter, which can make the topping dense and doughy instead of light and crispy.
- Season the filling well: Don’t skip the sugar and salt over the apple filling. The salt, in particular, balances the sweetness of the canned filling, making the overall flavor more complex.
- Spread the crumble evenly: Take a moment to distribute the cake mix crumbles to the edges of the dish so every portion gets equal topping coverage.
- Check at 20 minutes: Air fryers vary in heat distribution, so start checking around 20 minutes. The topping should be golden brown, and the filling should be visibly bubbling around the edges.
- Serve it hot: Air Fryer Apple Dump Cake is at its absolute best straight out of the air fryer, with the crumble still crispy and the filling warm and bubbling.
- Freeze in portions: Spoon leftovers into individual freezer-safe containers before freezing so you can pull out exactly what you need without thawing the whole batch.
Nutrition
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This eBook is a collection of 86 recipes I make again and again in my own kitchen. If you love good food and easy instructions, this book was made for you.
Immediate eBook download. No physical book available.
Includes ad-free recipes like:
∙ Cheesy Egg Bites
∙ Broccoli Cheddar Soup
∙ Asparagus Casserole
∙ Walking Taco Casserole
∙ Chocolate Cake Cookies
...and much more!
How to Store Leftovers
Let the cake cool completely before covering the baking dish with a tight-fitting lid or plastic wrap, then store it at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the fridge for up to 4 days.
When you’re ready to reheat, warm individual portions in the microwave for about 60 to 90 seconds, or place the whole dish back in the air fryer at 160ºC (320°F) for a few minutes to crisp the topping back up.
For longer storage, transfer portions into a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge, then reheat in the microwave or air fryer before serving.
What to Serve With Air Fryer Apple Dump Cake
Vanilla ice cream is the classic pairing and, honestly, the best one. The cold, creamy scoop melts into the warm apple filling and buttery crumble, making every bite taste like a warm slice of apple pie. A drizzle of caramel sauce over the top makes it even better if you want something extra indulgent.
For something a little lighter, a dollop of freshly whipped cream or a spoonful of thick Greek yogurt works beautifully alongside the warm cake for a lighter finish.
More Easy Recipes for You to Try at Home
You’ll also love these other easy air fryer dessert recipes.
- Air Fryer Strawberry Cupcakes
- Air Fryer Strawberry Brownies
- Air Fryer Carrot Cake Cookies
- Air Fryer Lemon Brownies
- Air Fryer Lemon Pound Cake
About the Author
Hey there! I’m Mandy
Mandy Applegate is a home cook, food blogger, and writer who believes the best meals are the ones shared with the people you love.
She’s all about easy recipes that taste amazing, the kind that make ordinary days feel a little more special and remind you why cooking at home matters.
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