Description

The Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake is an easy and delightful dessert that combines the best of cheesecake and cake. This recipe features a rich, creamy layer of cheesecake mixed with the fruity sweetness of strawberry pie filling, all topped with a crumbly, buttery cake mix.

Ingredients

1 box (15.25 ounces) strawberry cake mix

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted

8 ounces cream cheese, softened

1/2 cup powdered sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 can (21 ounces) strawberry pie filling

Optional toppings: whipped cream, fresh strawberries

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick cooking spray.

In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth and creamy. Set aside.

Spread the strawberry pie filling evenly in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

Spoon dollops of the cream cheese mixture over the strawberry pie filling.

In a separate bowl, mix the melted butter and strawberry cake mix until well combined and crumbly.

Sprinkle the cake mix mixture evenly over the cream cheese layer.

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the edges are bubbly.

Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Serve warm with a dollop of whipped cream and fresh strawberries, if desired.

Notes

Ingredient Selection: Ensure you use a high-quality strawberry pie filling and a good brand of cake mix to achieve the best flavor. Opting for unsalted butter allows you to control the salt content, but salted butter can be used if you prefer a slightly salty contrast to the sweet layers.
Preparation Tips: Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature before mixing it with the powdered sugar and vanilla extract. This helps create a smooth and creamy texture without lumps.
Layering: When layering the ingredients, it’s important not to stir them together. The unique texture of a dump cake comes from the distinct layers of fruit filling, cheesecake, and crumbly cake topping.
Baking: Keep an eye on the cake during the last 10 minutes of baking. If the top is browning too quickly, cover it loosely with aluminum foil to prevent burning while allowing the rest of the cake to bake thoroughly.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Cake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Calories: 320 kcal per serving