This Crockpot Caramel Apple Dump Cake is pure fall comfort in a bowl—gooey spiced apples, golden cake topping, and rich caramel all slow-cooked into a warm, irresistible dessert. With just a handful of pantry ingredients, this dump-and-go recipe is perfect for busy days, lazy weekends, or last-minute gatherings.
I first made this when I needed a quick autumn dessert without turning on the oven. It turned out better than I expected—soft apple pie filling with a fluffy golden cake crust, and caramel melting into every bite. No bowls, no mixing—just layer and cook.
Serve it warm right out of the crockpot with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, and you’ll see why it’s a crowd favorite. Bonus: your home will smell like a bakery while it cooks.
Whether you’re making it for a holiday gathering, a cozy family dinner, or a weekday treat, this slow cooker apple dump cake with caramel is as easy as it is delicious.

Crockpot Caramel Apple Dump Cake – Warm, Gooey, and Effortless
Ingredients
Method
- Lightly grease your crockpot.
- Spread apple pie filling evenly on the bottom. Sprinkle with cinnamon.
- Drizzle caramel sauce over the apples.
- Sprinkle dry cake mix evenly over the top—do not stir.
- Pour melted butter evenly over the cake mix.
- Cover and cook on HIGH for 2–2.5 hours or LOW for 4 hours.
- Scoop and serve warm with ice cream and extra caramel.