Name: Cinnamon Toast Crunch Apple Cake: Easy Dessert
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 12
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 4 cups Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal, roughly crushed; 2 (21 ounce) cans apple pie filling, high-quality; 1 (14.25 ounce) box white cake mix, preferably a good brand; 1 1/2 sticks (12 tablespoons) unsalted butter, chilled and cut into thin pats; 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts, toasted (optional)

Apple Cake

Cinnamon Toast Crunch Apple Dump Cake

Sep 17, 2025
by Adrien Terry
- 5.0 / 5 ( 2 Ratings)
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PREP TIME

5 mins
COOK TIME

50 mins
TOTAL TIME

1 hrs
SERVING

12 People
VIEWS

6

Imagine a symphony of autumnal flavors – warm cinnamon mingling with tender apples, all beneath a blanket of golden, buttery cake. This Cinnamon Toast Crunch Apple Dump Cake is an effortlessly elegant dessert, perfect for cozy evenings or impromptu gatherings. Ready in under an hour, it’s a delightful treat that promises to impress.

Ingridients

Adjust Servings

4 cups Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal, roughly crushed

2 (21 ounce) cans apple pie filling, high-quality

1 (14.25 ounce) box white cake mix, preferably a good brand

1 1/2 sticks (12 tablespoons) unsalted butter, chilled and cut into thin pats

1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts, toasted (optional)

Nutrition

Carbohydrate

54 g
Cholesterol

31 mg
Fiber

2 g
Protein

3 g
Saturated Fat

9 g
Sodium

325 mg
Sugar

36 g
Fat

17 g
Unsaturated Fat

0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). (2 minutes)

02

Step

Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking. (1 minute)

03

Step

Spread the crushed Cinnamon Toast Crunch evenly across the bottom of the prepared dish, creating a delightful crispy base. (2 minutes)

04

Step

Gently spoon the apple pie filling over the cereal layer, ensuring even distribution. Avoid stirring or mixing the layers at this stage. (3 minutes)

05

Step

Evenly sprinkle the dry white cake mix over the apple pie filling, covering the entire surface. (2 minutes)

06

Step

Arrange the thin pats of chilled butter evenly over the cake mix layer. This will create a beautiful golden crust as it melts during baking. (3 minutes)

07

Step

If desired, sprinkle the toasted chopped pecans or walnuts over the top for added texture and nutty flavor. (1 minute)

08

Step

Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean (the cake mix will create a topping instead of a traditional cake). (55 minutes)

09

Step

Remove from the oven and let stand for 10-15 minutes before serving. This allows the cake to set slightly and the flavors to meld together beautifully. (12 minutes)

For a richer flavor, use brown butter instead of regular butter.
A scoop of vanilla bean ice cream or a dollop of freshly whipped cream elevates this dessert to new heights.
Feel free to experiment with other pie fillings, such as cherry or blueberry.
Toasting the nuts beforehand enhances their flavor and adds a delightful crunch.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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