10 Tips for when cooking this dish
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Use spice cake mix instead of yellow cake for extra flavour.
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Add a splash of bourbon or rum to the apple filling for warmth.
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Mix in dried cranberries or raisins for added texture.
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For less sweetness, cut sugar by using unsweetened apple filling.
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Drizzle butter evenly to avoid dry patches in the topping.
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Cover loosely with foil if top browns too quickly.
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Let rest 10 minutes before serving to set slightly.
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Serve with vanilla ice cream or cinnamon whipped cream.
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Store leftovers in the fridge and reheat gently in the oven.
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Try other pie fillings (peach, cherry, blueberry) with the same method.
Serve it with suggestions
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Vanilla ice cream
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Whipped cream with cinnamon sugar
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A drizzle of caramel or butterscotch sauce
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Hot apple cider or spiced tea
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As part of a fall dessert buffet
FAQs
Q: Can I use fresh apples instead of canned filling?
A: Yes, but you’ll need to pre-cook them with sugar and spices to soften.
Q: Can I make dump cake ahead of time?
A: Yes, bake it a day ahead and reheat in the oven before serving.
Q: Can I make it without nuts?
A: Absolutely — the nuts are optional.
Q: How long does dump cake last?
A: Store in the fridge for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.
Q: What’s the difference between dump cake and cobbler?
A: Cobbler uses a batter or biscuit topping, while dump cake uses dry cake mix topped with butter.
