Description
This Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake is an easy, no-fuss dessert that layers sweet strawberry pie filling with creamy cheesecake dollops and a crunchy cake topping. Perfect for busy days or last-minute guests, it combines the flavors of strawberry cheesecake in a delightful baked treat that’s quick to prepare and incredibly delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit Layer
- 1 can (21 ounces) strawberry pie filling
Cheesecake Layer
- 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Cake Layer
- 1 box (15.25 ounces) vanilla or yellow cake mix
Topping
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs (optional)
- Whipped cream, for topping (optional)
- Fresh strawberries, for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to ensure the cake doesn’t stick.
- Layer Strawberry Filling: Spread the entire can of strawberry pie filling evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish, forming the vibrant fruit base.
- Create Cheesecake Dollops: In a small bowl, beat the softened cream cheese together with powdered sugar until smooth and creamy. Spoon dollops of this cheesecake mixture evenly over the strawberry filling.
- Add Cake Mix: Sprinkle the dry vanilla or yellow cake mix evenly over the cheesecake layer, covering it completely.
- Add Optional Graham Cracker Crumbs: If desired, sprinkle graham cracker crumbs evenly over the cake mix for an extra crunchy topping.
- Drizzle Melted Butter: Pour the melted butter evenly over the top, making sure to cover as much of the dry cake mix as possible to help it bake into a crispy, golden topping.
- Bake: Place the dish in the oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and bubbly around the edges.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool for about 10 minutes before serving. Top with whipped cream and fresh strawberries if desired for an extra special touch.
Notes
- You can substitute strawberry pie filling with cherry or blueberry pie filling to vary the flavor.
- The cake is best served warm, though leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated for later enjoyment.
- Be sure to spread the melted butter evenly to achieve the best crunchy topping texture.
- For a richer cheesecake flavor, use full-fat cream cheese and real butter.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
