Cranberry Apple Dump Cake with Pecan Topping
Cranberry Apple Dump Cake with Pecan Topping is a delightful, effortless dessert featuring tart cranberries and juicy apples beneath a crunchy pecan topping. This one-pan wonder is perfect for cozy gatherings or festive occasions, delivering maximum flavor without complicated steps. With its inviting aroma and stunning presentation, it’s sure to impress your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh cranberries (or thawed frozen)
- 4 cups Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine cranberries and sliced apples. Sprinkle with cinnamon and toss gently. Pour into the prepared baking dish.
- Evenly sprinkle the cake mix over the fruit layer without mixing.
- Drizzle melted butter evenly over the cake mix.
- Top with chopped pecans.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and bubbly. Serve warm or slightly cooled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg