Prepare the Base

1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
2. Layer the Apples: Spread the apple pie filling evenly in the prepared baking dish. If desired, sprinkle cinnamon and nutmeg over the apples for extra warmth and flavor.

Assemble the Cake

1. Add the Cake Mix: Open the box of cake mix and evenly sprinkle it over the apple pie filling. Don’t mix — this is the beauty of a dump cake!
2. Drizzle Butter: Pour the melted butter evenly over the cake mix, covering as much surface area as possible.
3. Drizzle Caramel: Add the caramel sauce in a zigzag pattern over the top for that luscious caramel flavor.

Bake

1. Bake the Cake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbling.
2. Cool Slightly: Let the cake cool for about 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.