Description

Craving a dessert that balances creamy, fruity, buttery, and sweet notes without the hassle? The Ultimate Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake is your go-to solution. This delightful dish layers tangy strawberry pie filling and rich cream cheese beneath a buttery cake mix topping, creating an irresistible combination of flavors and textures. Perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or any celebration, this easy-to-make dump cake guarantees seconds from everyone. Serve it warm for a comforting treat or chilled for a refreshing summer delight. With minimal effort required and maximum flavor delivered, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire.

Ingredients

Scale

1 box yellow cake mix
1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
2 cans (21 oz each) strawberry pie filling
2 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 container (8 oz) whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract; blend until smooth.
Spread the strawberry pie filling evenly in the baking dish.
Spoon the cheesecake mixture over the strawberry layer and spread gently.
Evenly sprinkle dry yellow cake mix over the cheesecake layer.
Drizzle melted butter generously over the cake mix.
Bake for 40–45 minutes until golden brown and bubbly around edges.
Allow cooling for about 30 minutes before serving; chill if desired.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (130g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 21g
Sodium: 230mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: Allow cream cheese to soften at room temperature for smoother mixing. For added texture, consider topping with fresh fruit or nuts. Experiment with different pie fillings or cake mixes for unique variations.