Dump cakes are always convenient for busy cooks who want a good dessert with little work. The following Slow Cooker Apple Cranberry Dump Cake is even easier due to the fact that it is made in the slow cooker and requires no monitoring. Starting with Thanksgiving, cranberries and apples are the star of many desserts through the holidays, so this yummy cobbler type dessert is perfect to serve to family, to guests (no one will guess that it’s this easy), or to take to a gathering.

Most of us are so busy during the holidays, that this dessert will be a huge timesaver and something that everyone will love. It requires only four ingredients that are most likely already in your pantry or fridge. You’ll want to make sure you have plenty of highest quality ice cream in the freezer to serve with this dish.

16 Servings


2 14 oz. cans whole berry cranberry sauce
1 21 oz. can apple pie filling

15 1/4 ounces yellow cake Mix
1 1/2 cups melted butter, (3 cubes)

1. Spray the crock of a 3-4 quart slow cooker (preferably with a large footprint such as a Casserole Crock) with non-stick spray.
2. Dump the cranberry sauce and apple pie filling into the crock and mix.
3. Sprinkle the cake mix evenly over the mixture.
4. Pour the melted butter over the cake mix.
5. Cover, set the slow cooker to high, and let cook 3-4 hours or until the crust is set. Tilt the lid a little to let any excess moisture evaporate. Serve warm with a scoop of ice cream.

Amount Per Serving
Calories 388 Calories from Fat 180
Percent Total Calories From: Fat 46% Protein 0% Carb. 53%

Nutrient Amount per Serving
Total Fat 20 g
Saturated Fat 11 g
Cholesterol 47 mg
Sodium 364 mg
Total Carbohydrate 52 g
Dietary Fiber 0 g
Sugars 12 g
Protein 0 g

Vitamin A 14% Vitamin C 2% Calcium 0% Iron 1%