Description

Easter Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake is a delightful and easy-to-make dessert that beautifully captures the essence of spring. This one-pan treat features luscious layers of sweet strawberries, creamy cheesecake filling, and a fluffy cake mix topping. Perfect for any Easter celebration or spring gathering, this cake is sure to impress your guests with its vibrant colors and irresistible flavors. Serve it warm or chilled for a mouthwatering experience that everyone will love.

Ingredients

Scale

1 pound strawberries (fresh or frozen)
8 oz cream cheese (softened)
1 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
1 cup whole milk

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Wash and slice fresh strawberries; if using frozen, thaw them.
In a bowl, blend softened cream cheese with sugar and vanilla extract until smooth.
In a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, layer half of the strawberries on the bottom. Spoon cream cheese mixture over strawberries.
Sprinkle dry yellow cake mix evenly over the cream cheese layer without stirring.
Drizzle melted butter over cake mix, then pour milk evenly on top.
Bake for 45-55 minutes until golden brown and bubbly at the edges. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 120g)
Calories: 270
Sugar: 20g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 33g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in lemon zest or almond extract. Customize toppings with whipped cream or fresh mint. Use frozen strawberries if fresh ones are not available; be sure to drain excess liquid.