Apple Cobbler Using Cake Mix
A quick and easy 3-ingredient apple cobbler recipe made with cake mix, apple pie filling, and butter or soda. Perfect for cozy nights, fall desserts, and family gatherings.
Ingredients
2 cans (21 oz each) apple pie filling
1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix (or butter pecan, or spice cake mix)
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted (or 1 can lemon-lime soda)
Optional:
1 tsp ground cinnamon
½ cup chopped pecans
Caramel sauce for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Pour the apple pie filling into the baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Sprinkle the dry cake mix evenly over the apple filling. Do not stir.
- Drizzle melted butter evenly over the cake mix. Alternatively, pour soda to cover the mix.
- Bake for 45–50 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
- Let cool slightly and serve warm. Add ice cream and caramel if desired.
Notes
- For a crispier topping, use butter instead of soda.
- You can substitute the apple pie filling with peach, cherry, or mixed berries.
- Best served warm with ice cream or whipped cream.
- Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 5 days.