EASY Apple Cobbler with Cake Mix {Just 5 Ingredients Needed!}

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Need a quick dessert idea and have a cake mix handy? This apple cobbler with cake mix is a fantastic option. With just 5 ingredients this cake mix apple cobbler comes together quickly and easily for a simple dessert any night of the week. This apple cobbler from cake mix can use a yellow, white or even spice cake mix!

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Apple cobbler with cake mix, and two bowls of cobbler topped with ice cream.

Do you have lots of apples from apple picking or maybe have an apple tree that has given you a bumper crop of apples? Make this simple, delicious cake mix apple cobbler!

This simple, delicious apple dessert is fantastic served over vanilla ice cream. It has all the flavors of fall and makes for a wonderful dessert when you need something simple.

Ingredients needed to make cake mix apple cobbler.

What do I need to make apple cobbler from cake mix?

Apples – about 6 medium apples or 2 lbs. I used Granny Smith apples, but you could also use Honey Crisp, Jonagold, Winesap, Pink Lady or Braeburn.
Light Brown Sugar – you could also substitute Swerve Brown Sugar substitute if you’re looking to reduce or eliminate refined sugar from your diet.
Cinnamon – pumpkin pie spice would also be a complementary spice.
Yellow Cake Mix – you could also use a white cake mix, spice cake mix or a sugar-free, or gluten-free cake mix option as well.
Butter – 1 stick, melted

For exact ingredient amounts and full recipe instructions be sure to scroll down to the bottom of the post for the recipe. Thanks!

Sliced apples in bowl with cinnamon and brown sugar for apple cobbler filling.

Coated apples for cake mix apple cobbler.

How do I make apple cobbler with cake mix?

Start by peeling and slicing apples. For a good tasting apple cobbler, choose an apple that is firm, tart and slightly sweet. I used Granny Smith apples, which are great for baking. You’ll need 2 pounds of apples, which will be about 6 medium apples.

To the apples, add brown sugar and cinnamon and toss together to coat the apples. Pour the apples into an oval baking dish or 9×9″ pan.

Love Granny Smith apples? Check out our Snickers Apple Salad, Microwave Apple Crisp and our Creamy Broccoli Salad with Apples – all these recipes use green Granny Smith Apples.

Cake mix crumble topping for cake mix apple cobbler.

Cake mix crumble being added to top of apples in baking dish.

What cake mix is best for a apple cobbler recipe?

Using a 16.25 ounce cake mix is ideal for for making cobbler. You can use a yellow, white or even a spice cake mix.

To make the cake mix crumble, add the cake mix to a bowl, and pour in the melted butter. Mix together with a fork to achieve a crumbly texture.

Crumble the cake mix topping over the top of the apples. Bake the cobbler at 350 for 40-45 minutes or until the crumble topping is golden brown. Let cool for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Apple cobbler with cake mix in baking dish, unbaked.

Baked cake mix apple cobbler after baking.

Once this apple cobbler comes out of the oven, let it cool for 10-15 minutes before serving. The apples will be VERY hot. This dessert is fantastic served with vanilla ice cream.

Love using cake mixes for simple baking? Check out my Mixed Berry Cobbler with Cake Mix, my Pumpkin Dump Cake and my Chocolate Chip Cake Mix Cookies.

Frequently asked questions about making apple cobbler from cake mix:

Do you refrigerate apple dump cake?

It is best to refrigerate any leftovers of cake mix apple cobbler. Cobbler can be left out a few hours after baking. It is best to store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Refrigerated cobbler will keep for up to 5 days.

Do you stir a dump cake?

No, it is best to NOT stir a dump cake. For the apple cobbler with cake mix, the topping acts as a crumble and bakes separately from the apples.

What is the difference between a cobbler and a dump cake?

A cobbler made with a cake mix typically has fruit on the bottom of the pan and a crumble made from butter and a cake mix on top. A dump cake typically has just a cake mix u0022dumpedu0022 on top of fruit with melted butter poured over the top.

What’s the difference between a cobbler and a crumble?

A cobbler typically is made with a crumble topping made of flour, sugar and fat (commonly butter.) A crumble or crisp typically includes oatmeal and/or nuts in the topping. Both desserts are baked with fruit on the bottom.

What apples are best for baking?

Apples that are more firm, with a sweet/tart flavor are best for baking. These apples include Winesap, Jonagold, Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, Pink Lady and Braeburn. Apples that are not good for baking are Red Delicious, Fuji, Gala and McIntosh, which are not firm enough to withstand baking.

Cake mix apple cobbler in baking dish with two bowls on the side with ice cream.

Bowl of cake mix apple cobbler in bowl with ice cream

What can I serve with apple cobbler?

This apple cobbler is great served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, or topped with whipped cream. Try my homemade Cool Whip recipe, which is a fantastic homemade dessert topping.

Inspired to enjoy more apples? Check out some of my favorite apple recipes:

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Apple Cobbler with Cake Mix

Erin Indahl-Fink

Looking for a simple apple dessert? This cake mix apple cobbler is just 5 ingredients and EASY to throw together in a pinch. Amazing served warm over ice cream!

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 40

Total Time 1

Course Desserts

Cuisine American

Servings servings

Calories 169 kcal

Equipment

Oval Baking Dish This Staub 9" Oval baking dish is perfect for cobblers, crumbles, casseroles and more!
Mixing Bowls These stainless steel mixing bowls are an essential cooking tool for every kitchen.

Ingredients

6 cups apples peeled and thinly sliced
1/4 cup brown sugar or Swerve Brown Sugar Substitute
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Cake Mix Crumble Topping:

1 (16.25 oz. box) yellow cake mix can also use white cake mix
1/2 cup butter 1 stick, melted

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
In mixing bowl, add the sliced apples, brown sugar and cinnamon. Stir together to coat the apples well. Pour the coated apples into a 9×9" pan or oval baking dish. Set aside.
In a microwave safe bowl, melt the butter. To the melted butter, add the cake mix and stir together using a fork until crumbly. Crumble the cake mix topping over the top of the apples.
Bake the cobbler for 40-45 minutes or until golden brown.
Remove from oven and let cool 10-15 minutes before serving. Serve warm and top with vanilla ice cream, if desired.

Notes

Apples: for best results, slice the apples thinly, abut 1/8″ or less. This will help the apples bake and render a soft bite. A slightly tart apple, like Granny Smith is ideal for baking. Jonagold, Honeycrisp or Winesap are also good varieties for baking.

Storage: For best results, store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Cobbler will keep refrigerated for up to 5 days.