Description
This No-Fuss Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake is a simple, delicious dessert combining sweet strawberry pie filling, creamy cheesecake cubes, and moist yellow cake mix, all baked to golden perfection. It’s quick to assemble and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 1 can (21 oz) strawberry pie filling
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened and cut into small cubes
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (optional for added sweetness)
Cake Topping
- 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Serving (Optional)
- Fresh strawberries
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and set aside.
- Layer Strawberry Pie Filling: Spread the entire can of strawberry pie filling evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish, creating a juicy and flavorful base.
- Add Cream Cheese Cubes: Dot the softened cream cheese cubes evenly over the strawberry filling. This adds a creamy texture and tangy flavor contrast throughout the cake.
- Optional Sugar Sprinkle: If you desire extra sweetness, lightly sprinkle 1/4 cup of granulated sugar evenly over the cream cheese layer to enhance the flavor.
- Sprinkle Cake Mix: Evenly sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix over the top of the filling and cream cheese layers. Do not stir; the mix forms the crumbly topping that bakes into a golden crust.
- Add Butter and Vanilla: Drizzle the melted unsalted butter over the cake mix, ensuring you cover as much surface area as possible to help the cake topping become moist and rich. Then, drizzle or sprinkle the vanilla extract evenly over the top.
- Bake the Cake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40 to 45 minutes or until the top turns golden brown and the strawberry filling is bubbly around the edges.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool slightly for about 10 minutes before serving. Spoon portions into bowls and, if desired, top with fresh strawberries and whipped cream for extra freshness and indulgence.
Notes
- Add a splash of almond extract for a nutty flavor twist.
- Swap the yellow cake mix with white or vanilla cake mix for a different flavor profile.
- This dessert is best served warm but can also be enjoyed chilled for a firmer texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
