Indulge in this decadent Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake—a fuss-free dessert that combines juicy strawberries, creamy cheesecake, and a buttery golden crust with just 5 minutes of prep! Perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or when you need a quick sweet fix.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔ No mixing, no layers, no stress – Just dump & bake!
✔ Creamy cheesecake meets buttery cake crumble – Irresistible texture
✔ Ready in under an hour – Faster than traditional cheesecake
✔ Crowd-pleasing flavor – Sweet strawberries + rich vanilla
Ingredients
Base & Filling
- 1 (21 oz) can strawberry pie filling
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Topping
- 1 (15.25 oz) box yellow cake mix (dry, unprepared)
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- Fresh strawberries (optional, for garnish)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Prep & Preheat
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2️⃣ Layer the Strawberries
- Spread strawberry pie filling evenly in the dish.
3️⃣ Add Cheesecake Swirl
- Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Drop spoonfuls over strawberries and lightly swirl (don’t fully mix).
4️⃣ Top with Cake Mix & Butter
- Sprinkle dry cake mix evenly over the filling.
- Drizzle melted butter to cover most of the surface.
5️⃣ Bake to Golden Perfection
- Bake 40-45 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Cool 10 minutes before serving.
6️⃣ Garnish & Serve
- Top with fresh strawberries (optional).
- Best served warm with ice cream! 🍨
Pro Tips for the Best Dump Cake
🔹 Don’t overmix – Keep the cheesecake swirls distinct.
🔹 Butter coverage – Ensure most of the cake mix is moistened for even baking.
🔹 Variations – Try blueberry or cherry pie filling for a twist!
🔹 Storage – Cover and refrigerate for 3 days (reheat before serving).
Serving Suggestions
🍦 À la mode – Vanilla ice cream takes it to the next level.
☕ Pair with coffee – Perfect for brunch or dessert.
🎉 Great for parties – Doubles easily for a crowd!
Final Thoughts
This Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake is unbelievably easy yet tastes like you spent hours baking—a guaranteed hit for any occasion!
Try it today and watch it disappear! #StrawberryCheesecakeDumpCake 🍓🍰
Need adjustments? Let me know—happy baking! 😊👩🍳