This Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake is a super simple dessert that combines the sweet, fruity flavor of strawberries with creamy cheesecake goodness. With just a few ingredients and no mixing required, this dump cake is the perfect choice for busy days or last-minute treats.
Ingredients
(Serves 8–10)
- 1 (21 oz) can strawberry pie filling
- 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened and cubed
- 1 (15.25 oz) box yellow or white cake mix
- ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup (60g) crushed graham crackers (optional, for topping)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional, for added flavor)
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish lightly with non-stick spray or butter.
Step 2: Layer the Ingredients
- Spread the strawberry pie filling evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Scatter the cubed cream cheese evenly over the pie filling. If desired, stir in the vanilla extract with the pie filling for extra flavor.
- Sprinkle the dry cake mix evenly over the cream cheese and pie filling, ensuring full coverage.
- Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the top of the dry cake mix. If using, sprinkle crushed graham crackers on top for added crunch.
Step 3: Bake
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40–45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbling.
- Let the dump cake cool for 10–15 minutes to set before serving.
Step 4: Serve
- Scoop the dump cake into bowls and serve warm. For extra indulgence, top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
Pro Tips
- Berry Variations: Swap the strawberry pie filling with cherry, blueberry, or mixed berry pie filling for variety.
- Cream Cheese Swirl: Blend the cream cheese with 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar before scattering for a sweeter cheesecake layer.
- Crunchy Top: Add chopped nuts, such as pecans or almonds, on top before baking for extra texture.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Quick and Easy: Minimal prep and just one dish to clean!
- Versatile: Easily customizable with different pie fillings or cake mixes.
- Crowd-Pleaser: Perfect for potlucks, gatherings, or family dinners.
Indulge in this Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake for a deliciously easy dessert that’s sure to impress. Let me know if you’d like more simple dessert recipes! 🍓✨🍰