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20-Min Healthy Apple Cake With Box Cake Hack

20-Min Healthy Apple Cake With Box Cake Hack


  • Author: Savannah
  • Total Time: 40
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Transform a simple box of yellow cake mix into a comforting, orchard-inspired dessert with this clever shortcut. By blending high-quality apple pie filling directly into the mix, you create a moist, cobbler-like cake full of cinnamon spice. It is the perfect solution for busy weeknights when you need a crowd-pleasing, warm treat without the hassle of measuring dozens of ingredients. This one-pot wonder is a family favorite that delivers professional results in mere minutes.


Ingredients

Scale

15.25 oz yellow cake mix
2 cans (21 oz each) apple pie filling
3 large eggs
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons milk
0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
Caramel sauce as needed for drizzling


Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, two cans of apple pie filling, eggs, and ground cinnamon.
Stir the ingredients together until well incorporated and the mixture is uniform.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly.
Bake for 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
While the cake cools slightly, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Drizzle the glaze and caramel sauce over the warm cake before serving.

Notes

Ensure you use finely sliced apple filling for a better texture. You can substitute the milk with almond or oat milk for a dairy-free glaze alternative. Store leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 3 days.

  • Prep Time: 5
  • Cook Time: 35
  • Category: Baking
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 285
  • Sugar: 38g
  • Sodium: 310mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 58g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg