Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake

Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake – The Easiest Dessert You'll Ever Love

If you're in the mood for a no-fuss dessert that tastes like it came from a bakery, this Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake is your dream come true. It’s warm, gooey, creamy, and topped with a buttery golden crust — yet it comes together in just minutes with minimal effort. Seriously, if you can open a few cans and pour some butter, you can make this.

This one-pan wonder is perfect for busy weeknights, last-minute potlucks, or anytime you're craving a fruity, creamy, and comforting treat. No mixing bowls, no complicated steps — just layer, bake, and devour.

 Equipment You’ll Need

• 9x13 inch baking dish
• Small mixing bowl (if mixing the cream cheese)
• Spatula or spoon
• Oven

 Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake

Yields: 8–10 servings
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Bake Time: 45–55 minutes
Total Time: About 1 hour

 Ingredients:

• 2 cans (21 oz each) strawberry pie filling
• 1 block (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
• ¼ cup granulated sugar (optional)
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
• 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow or white cake mix (dry mix only)
• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted

 Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2. Layer the Fruit: Pour both cans of strawberry pie filling into the bottom of your dish and spread evenly.
3. Add Cream Cheese Layer:

   • Option 1: In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese with sugar and vanilla until smooth. Drop spoonfuls over the strawberries.

   • Option 2: Skip mixing and just scatter small cubes of softened cream cheese over the top.

4. Top with Cake Mix: Sprinkle the dry cake mix evenly over the fruit and cream cheese layers. Do not stir.
5. Add the Butter: Drizzle the melted butter slowly over the cake mix. Try to cover as much surface area as possible to help it brown evenly.
6. Bake: Place in the oven and bake for 45–55 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly around the edges.
7. Cool & Serve: Let rest for 10–15 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

 Tips & Variations:

• Swap the strawberry filling for blueberry, cherry, or peach pie filling for fun variations.
• Use a white cake mix for a lighter flavor, or spice cake for a cozy twist.
• Add a sprinkle of sliced almonds or crushed graham crackers before baking for extra texture.

 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This strawberry dump cake is everything a dessert should be: effortless, affordable, and incredibly indulgent. Whether you're making it for a family gathering, a brunch table centerpiece, or just a quiet night in, it's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

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Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake

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Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• - 2 21 oz cans strawberry pie filling
• - 1 8 oz block cream cheese, softened
• - ¼ cup granulated sugar optional
• - ½ tsp vanilla extract optional
• - 1 15.25 oz box yellow or white cake mix
• - 1 cup 2 sticks unsalted butter, melted

Equipment

• 9×13-inch baking dish
• Small mixing bowl (if mixing the cream cheese)
• Spatula or Spoon
• Oven

Method

 

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 baking dish.
2. Spread strawberry pie filling evenly in the dish.
3. Optionally mix cream cheese with sugar and vanilla, or cube and scatter over filling.
4. Sprinkle dry cake mix evenly on top. Do not stir.
5. Pour melted butter evenly over the surface.
6. Bake for 45–55 minutes until golden and bubbly.
7. Let cool 10–15 minutes before serving. Delicious with whipped cream or ice cream.

Notes

Use different pie fillings like cherry or blueberry for variations. For added crunch, top with chopped nuts or graham cracker crumbs.