Warm, spiced, and irresistibly gooey, this crockpot Apple Cake Cobbler is the ultimate hands-off dessert! Made with tender cinnamon-spiced apples, a buttery cake topping, and just the right amount of sweetness, it’s like apple pie and cobbler had the most delicious baby—all with minimal effort. Just toss the ingredients into your slow cooker, let the magic happen, and get ready for a cozy, crowd-pleasing treat. Top it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, and you’ve got a dessert no one can resist!
With just 3 ingredients, and made in a crock pot, this dessert could not be simpler. Bonus: you do not sacrifice taste for ease of prep! We love these recipes that take a cake mix to the next level. It is so much easier than measuring out all the ingredients that one cake mix can provide for you!
If you also love using cake mix in recipes, check out our Cake Mix Peppermint Cookies for the holidays or Birthday Cake Popcorn for any time of the year.
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Ingredients For Apple Cake Mix Cobbler
This tasty, homemade cobbler only needs 3 ingredients! It couldn’t be easier.
- apple pie filling
- yellow cake mix
- butter
See recipe card for quantities.
Apple Cobbler Dump Cake Instructions
- Step 1: Add apple filling to slow cooker.
- Step 2: Top with cake mix.
- Step 3: Drizzle melted butter over the cake mix.
- Step 4: Add lid to crockpot and set heat to high for 2 hours.
Top Tips For Cooking
- For easy clean-up, prep your crockpot with non-stick cooking spray or use a liner. These are our favorite brand.
- Drizzle your melted butter evenly over the cake mix to full saturate it. This helps the cake mix to bake properly, without leaving behind any dry powder.
Top Tip For Serving
Enjoy this cobbler with ice cream or gelato! The warm apple cake tastes perfect with a cold scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream.
Substitutions
- Apples → Use pears, peaches, or mixed berries for a different fruit base.
- Cake Mix → Swap with homemade cake batter, biscuit mix, or spice cake mix for extra flavor.
- Butter → Replace with melted coconut oil or dairy-free butter for a non-dairy option.
Variations
- Caramel Apple Cobbler → Drizzle caramel sauce over the apples before adding the cake mix.
- Apple Pie Cobbler → Use a spice cake mix and add extra cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves for a deeper flavor.
- Berry Apple Cobbler → Mix in fresh or frozen berries like blueberries or raspberries for a fruity twist.
- Maple Pecan Apple Cobbler → Add chopped pecans and a splash of maple syrup for extra richness.
- Boozy Apple Cobbler → Add a splash of bourbon or spiced rum to the apple mixture for a grown-up version.
Equipment
What makes this cobbler recipe so easy is the crockpot. Just dump and heat! We love this version that was made to take on-the-go for parties or tailgating.
Storage – Easy Apple Cobbler With Cake Mix
Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven until warm.
Freezer: Cool completely, then freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
Reheating: Warm in the microwave in 30-second intervals or bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10–15 minutes to revive the texture. Pro Tip: Add a splash of milk or a drizzle of caramel before reheating to keep it moist and flavorful!
FAQ For Apple Dump Cake In Crock Pot
Yes! Peel, core, and slice 4-5 fresh apples, then toss them with ¼ cup brown sugar, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and a squeeze of lemon juice to mimic the flavor of pie filling.
Yes! You can prepare the ingredients in the crockpot a few hours before cooking or bake and store it in the fridge for up to 4 days, reheating when ready to serve.
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Pairing
These are my favorite dishes to serve with Apple Cake Cobbler:
Apple Cake Cobbler
This crockpot Apple Cake Cobbler combines tender cinnamon-spiced apples with a buttery cake topping for an effortless, warm, and cozy dessert perfect with a scoop of vanilla ice cream!
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon nonstick cooking spray (or use a crockpot liner)
- 2- 21 oz cans, apple pie filling
- 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix (can also use spice cake mix)
- 16 oz (2 sticks) butter, melted
Instructions
- Prep inside of slow cooker with a liner* or spray with non-stick cooking spray for easy clean-up.
- Add apple filling to slow cooker.
- Top with cake mix.
- Drizzle melted butter all over cake mix.
- Add lid to crockpot and set heat to high for 2 hours.
Notes
We love this Crockpot-- programmable and ready to take on the road!
*Never used a crockpot liner before? It's super easy! These are our favorites.
Top Tip For Cooking
Drizzle your melted butter evenly over the cake mix to full saturate it. This helps the cake mix to bake properly, without leaving behind any dry powder.
Top Tip For Serving
Enjoy this cobbler with ice cream or gelato! The warm apple cake tastes perfect with a cold scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream.
Storage
Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven until warm.
Freezer: Cool completely, then freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
Reheating: Warm in the microwave in 30-second intervals or bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10–15 minutes to revive the texture. Pro Tip: Add a splash of milk or a drizzle of caramel before reheating to keep it moist and flavorful!
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
8Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 387Total Fat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 546mgCarbohydrates: 89gFiber: 2gSugar: 59gProtein: 3g
For another way to jazz up a cake mix try these Nutella Stuffed Funfetti Cake Mix Cookies!
Jan says
Is the butter cut up into pieces or just toss the two sticks in? I ve made a few dump cakes and usually the cold butter is cut up and placed on top of dry cake mix. I like some fresh apples along with the canned pie filling – I may try I can of filling and a few chopped tart apples- Granny Smith and honey crisp are good suggestions.
Thank you.
Alison says
Either way works! And I love the idea of the fresh apples and a can of filling. Some people just like the convenience of the canned filling.