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    Home » Mom Life » Buttery Crock Pot Apple Cherry Dump Cake

    Published: Sep 12, 2019 · Updated: Sep 27, 2020 by Sharon Garofalow | This post may contain affiliate links. See the privacy policy linked in my footer.

    Buttery Crock Pot Apple Cherry Dump Cake

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    If you need a dessert for a crowd that is also the epitome of comfort food and literally takes no effort, I’ve got the perfect recipe for you.

    Crock Pot Apple Cherry Dump Cake is ridiculously easy to make and ridiculously tasty to eat. I am a huge fan of easy dump cake recipes, and this one is buttery and delicious! 

    apple dump cake with pecans and cherries in a bowl

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    Crock Pot Apple Cherry Dump Cake is Easy

    With just a few pantry ingredients, you can create dessert magic for your family and friends. And when you make it in a slow cooker, your house doesn’t even heat up making it perfect for any time of year!

    This Crock Pot Cherry Dump Cake with apples is flavorful, sweet and has that signature butter-y cake batter topping. I don’t know if I can choose my favorite part of this dessert.

    The way it all works together is a dream come true for this sweets loving gal.

    I mean, I’m lazy and I love easy desserts. Could there be anything better than a dump cake for me?

    The Name Dump Cake is Horrific

    I recently had a video chat with a mentor of mine who is based in the UK. And when we were talking about my love of dump cake recipes, she looked absolutely horrified.

    She was like do you know what “dump” means in the UK? 

    And I was like, yup, means the same thing here… And yet still, dump cakes are bae. As a boy mom, I’m used to a little potty talk.

    And the fact that these types of desserts are SO easy to make – open and dump – makes me move past the name. 

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    ingredients to make an apple cherry dump cake

    How to Make Apple Cherry Dump Cake

    Ingredients

    • 1 21 oz. can Apple Pie Filling
    • 1 21 oz. can Cherry Pie Filling
    • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
    • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
    • 1 15.25 oz. box yellow Cake Mix
    • 1 cup butter, melted

    I wouldn’t say that Cherry Pie is my favorite dessert. That would be like choosing your favorite child.

    But I do crave it several times a year. But finding a good cherry pie can be hard. 

    But cherry pie filling can be used in a bunch of different types of desserts so I can get my fix with this yummy dump cake recipe.

    And when you mix it with apples, the flavor is sweet and wonderful. 

    Just be sure to double-check the label for the apple pie filling. Sometimes they add in spices and if that is the case, you won’t want to add any more cinnamon. 

    Also, don’t be afraid to add a sprinkle of sea salt over the top. You know that sweet and salty thing is ridiculously good. I use salted butter too. 

    The only equipment you need for this is a crock pot. I use the one in the photo all the time but here is an updated version of it.

    Cans of cherry and apple pie filling next to a crock pot for a dump cake

    Why Make a Pie Filling Dump Cake

    I’ve made a lot of different kinds of dump cakes. And there are a few reasons why using pie filling in a dump cake makes a lot of sense. In fact, it is my preferred way of making them. 

    Pie filling is just plain easy. There is no cutting or washing required like when you use fresh fruit.

    Us lazy people love to make dump cake because all it requires is opening and dumping. 

    Pie filling is also sweeter than fresh fruit and has more liquid. You can sweeten fresh fruit up with sugar, but you just aren’t going to get the moisture that you get from pie filling. 

    You can absolutely make dump cake with a mixture of canned filling and fresh fruit if you want to take the time to clean and dice the fruit.

    But I really don’t think it will change the flavor all that much. You may get a little bit of extra texture, though. 

    cherry pie filling in a slow cooker next to apples

    Instructions

    In a crockpot dump in the apple and cherry pie filling. Sprinkle the cinnamon over the top.

    making apple cherry dump cake in a crock pot with pecans

    Evenly spread the yellow cake mix over the fruit. Drizzle the melted butter over the dry cake mix. Top with pecans.

    making a dump cake in a crock pot

    Cover and cook on high for 2 hours. Serve warm, straight out of the slow cooker or let cool to room temperature. 

    To store, scoop the dump cake into a container with an air-tight lid. 

    Cherry Crock Pot Dump Cake With Apples is YUM!

    making apple dump cake in a slow cooker with cherry pie filling

    I mean… yum! This dessert would be so great for a party. You can just set it out right in the crock pot and have everyone serve themselves. 

    Better yet, have a dump cake party and serve a punch of different types of dump cake recipes.

    Dump cake with pecans and apples and cherry pie filling

    There is no wrong way to serve a dump cake. They are amazing when served warm with some cold vanilla ice cream on top.

    They are yummy room temperature with a little whipped cream. And they are delicious cold with nothing else on it. So versatile. 

    apple cherry dump cake in a bowl next to a crockpot

    More Dump Cake Recipes

    • Cherry Pineapple Dump Cake
    • Strawberry Pineapple Dump Cake
    • Peach Blueberry Dump Cake
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    • How good does this Pumpkin Pie Dump Cake sound from Celebrations at Home?
    apple cherry dump cake in a crockpot

    Crock Pot Cherry Apple Dump Cake

    If you love the ease of crock pot cooking, you'll love this Cherry and Apple Dump Cake recipe! It's so easy to make and perfect for parties!
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 2 hours
    Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes
    Servings: 12
    Calories: 414kcal
    Author: Sharon Garofalow

    Ingredients

    • 1 21 oz. can Apple Pie Filling
    • 1 21 oz. can Cherry Pie Filling
    • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
    • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
    • 1 15.25 oz. box yellow Cake Mix
    • 1 cup butter melted

    Instructions

    • In a crockpot dump in the apple and cherry pie filling.
    • Sprinkle the cinnamon over the top.
    • Evenly spread the yellow cake mix over the fruit.
    • Drizzle the melted butter over the dry cake mix.
    • Top with pecans.
    • Cover and cook on high for 2 hours.
    • Serve warm, straight out of the slow cooker or let cool to room temperature.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 12Servings | Calories: 414kcal | Carbohydrates: 58g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 433mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 27g
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    This Crock Pot Apple Cherry Dump Cake comes together quickly, is totally hands-off and always a crowd pleaser! If you haven’t made a dump cake lately, you should absolutely try this one! 

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    About Sharon Garofalow

    Sharon lives in Southern California with her adorable family. She loves to share ideas to make mom life easier and encourage busy gals to make time for themselves too! Sharon's "me" time often includes watching Hallmark Channel movies, sipping sauvignon blanc, trying not to eat Salt and Pepper potato chips, and planning girlfriend getaways.

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    1. Lori Hartsoe says

      February 17, 2022 at 9:20 am

      Can I double the recipe to completely fill the crockpot?

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    2. k. wilson says

      October 11, 2021 at 10:26 am

      what size crock pot . i have 4 qt and 6qt .

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      • Sharon Garofalow says

        October 11, 2021 at 11:04 am

        Either would work!

        Reply

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