Dessert

Jamie Oliver Apple Pie Cake Recipe

ByLily Monroe October 24, 2025October 24, 2025

Introduction

Jamie Oliver’s Apple Pie Cake combines the comforting flavors of classic apple pie with the ease of a simple cake. This delightful dessert layers tender cake batter with spiced apples and a crumbly buttery topping, making it perfect for any occasion.

A single piece of apple cake sits on a white plate, showing about three layers: a golden brown crumbly crust at the bottom, a thick middle layer filled with soft, light yellow apple chunks, and a slightly crisp, golden top covered with a light dusting of white powdered sugar that spills over onto the plate. The cake texture looks moist and crumbly, with the apple pieces clearly visible inside. The scene is set on a white marbled surface with blurred elements of another cake and a black cup in the background. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 box (425g) yellow cake mix
1½ cups (360ml) water
⅓ cup (80ml) vegetable oil
3 large eggs
6 apples, peeled and sliced
3 tbsp (45g) brown sugar
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tbsp (15ml) lemon juice
¾ cup (95g) all-purpose flour
½ cup (100g) brown sugar
¼ tsp salt
½ cup (115g) cold butter, cubed

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
Step 2: In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs. Mix until smooth, then pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
Step 3: In another bowl, toss the peeled and sliced apples with brown sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice. Spread this apple mixture evenly over the cake batter.
Step 4: To make the topping, mix together the flour, brown sugar, and salt. Cut in the cold, cubed butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Sprinkle this crumbly topping evenly over the apples.
Step 5: Bake for 35–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean and the topping is golden brown.
Step 6: Allow the cake to cool completely before serving. For an extra touch, dust with powdered sugar if desired.

Tips & Variations

Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a more balanced sweetness and a firmer texture.
Replace cinnamon with a mix of cinnamon and nutmeg for a warm, spiced flavor.
Chill the butter before cutting it into the topping to ensure a crumbly texture.
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream to enhance the dessert experience.

Storage

Store the apple pie cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to 5 days or freeze portions in a sealed container for up to 2 months. Reheat slices gently in the microwave or oven before serving.

How to Serve

A close-up view of a piece of apple pie on a white plate, showing three clear layers: the bottom crust is golden brown and slightly crumbly, above it is a thick layer of cooked, soft apple slices coated in a glossy caramel sauce, and the top crust has a rough texture with caramelized sugar giving it a shiny, slightly sticky look. The pie piece is thick and juicy with visible apple chunks, sitting on a white marbled surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use homemade cake batter instead of boxed cake mix?

Yes, homemade yellow cake batter works well in this recipe. Just ensure the consistency is similar to the boxed mix so it bakes evenly with the apple topping.

What type of apples are best for this cake?

Tart and firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp are ideal because they hold their shape during baking and balance the sweetness of the cake and topping.