Whenever I whip up this dish, the house smells divine. This dish is a smashing success

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Spread the apple pie filling evenly in a 9x13-inch casserole dish.

Sprinkle cinnamon and scatter nuts (if using) over the filling.

Arrange the halved caramels on top.

Evenly spread the dry cake mix over the caramel-apple layer.

Place butter slices atop the cake mix, covering as much area as possible.

Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool slightly before serving.