Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake 🍓🧁
This easy, crowd-pleasing dessert layers sweet strawberries, creamy cheesecake, and a buttery, golden cake topping for a dessert that’s indulgent yet effortless. Perfect for family gatherings or last-minute celebrations!
Ingredients
- 1 can (21 oz) strawberry pie filling
- 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix (white cake mix works too!)
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- Optional: Fresh strawberries, for garnish
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
2. Layer the strawberry filling:
Spread the strawberry pie filling evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish, ensuring a consistent layer.
3. Prepare the cheesecake mixture:
In a medium bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Drop spoonfuls of this mixture over the strawberry pie filling, spreading gently for an even layer.
4. Add the cake mix:
Sprinkle the dry cake mix evenly over the cheesecake and strawberry layers. Do not mix—leave it as a dry layer.
5. Drizzle with butter:
Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the dry cake mix. Aim to cover as much of the surface as possible to ensure a golden, buttery crust.
6. Bake:
Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the strawberry filling is bubbling at the edges.
7. Cool and serve:
Allow the cake to cool slightly before serving. For an extra touch, garnish with fresh strawberries or a dollop of whipped cream.
Tips for Success
- Mix it up: Swap the strawberry pie filling for cherry, blueberry, or even peach for different flavors.
- Crunchy topping: Add a handful of chopped nuts or shredded coconut on top of the cake mix before drizzling the butter for extra texture.
- Serve warm: This dessert is best served warm but can also be enjoyed chilled from the fridge.
Nutritional Information (per serving, approx.)
- Calories: 380
- Protein: 4g
- Fat: 17g
- Carbs: 54g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 32g
Why You’ll Love It
This recipe is as simple as “dump, layer, and bake,” making it a stress-free way to impress guests. The combination of tart strawberries, creamy cheesecake, and buttery cake topping is a guaranteed hit!
Enjoy this easy-to-make dessert and the smiles it brings to the table! 🍓