Ingredients:

  • 4 cups (600g) peeled and sliced fresh apples
  • 1 tsp (2.6g) ground cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) pure maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) lemon juice
  • 1 box (432g) yellow cake mix
  • 1/2 cup (113g) melted unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp (5ml) vanilla extract

Instructions:

  1. Toss the sliced apples with lemon juice, maple syrup, and cinnamon in a large bowl until evenly coated.
  2. Pour the apple mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading the fruit into an even layer.
  3. Sprinkle the cake mix evenly over the top of the apples and use a spatula to gently level the powder without pressing it down.
  4. Stir the vanilla extract into the melted butter and pour the mixture slowly over the cake mix, dabbing any dry spots with a spoon.
  5. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 40–50 minutes until the edges bubble and the top turns a deep mahogany gold.