Backcountry Apple Dump Cake Recipe

Ingredients for Backcountry Apple Dump Cake

• 21 ounces (approx. 600g) apple pie filling
• 15.25 ounces (approx. 430g) spice cake mix
• Butter
• 1/2 cup (4 ounces/120ml) water

How to Make Backcountry Apple Dump Cake

1. **Oven Method:**
2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
3. Spray a 9x13 inch baking pan with cooking spray.
4. Pour in 21 ounces of apple pie filling.
5. Pour 15.25 ounces of spice cake mix evenly over the apple filling.
6. Dot the top with 6 tablespoons of cold, cubed butter or margarine.
7. Slowly pour 1/2 cup (4 ounces) of water over the cake mix.
8. Bake for 15 minutes. Remove from oven and gently stir the mixture to evenly distribute the water.
9. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
10. **Dutch Oven Method:**
11. Prepare a small to medium-sized campfire.
12. Spray a 10 or 12 inch dutch oven with cooking spray.
13. Pour in 21 ounces of apple pie filling.
14. Pour 15.25 ounces of spice cake mix evenly over the apple filling.
15. Dot the top with 6 tablespoons of cold, cubed butter or margarine.
16. Slowly pour 1/2 cup (4 ounces) of water over the cake mix.
17. Place the dutch oven on the coals. Add a layer of coals on top of the lid for even heating.
18. After 5 minutes, carefully remove the dutch oven from the heat and gently stir the mixture.
19. Rotate the dutch oven every 5-10 minutes to prevent burning, adding or removing coals as needed to maintain consistent heat.
20. Cook for 25-45 minutes, or until the center is springy but not hard. The cake will continue to cook slightly after being removed from the heat.
21. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving.