The Ultimate Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake
Indulge in the delightful flavors of The Ultimate Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake, a dessert that combines creamy cheesecake, luscious strawberry pie filling, and a buttery yellow cake topping—all without the fuss of traditional baking methods. Perfect for any occasion, this dump cake offers a rich and comforting experience that will impress your guests while appealing to both kids and adults alike. With minimal effort, you can create a stunning dessert that shines at potlucks or family gatherings. Serve it chilled for summer enjoyment or warm for a cozy winter treat; either way, it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 people 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 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, thawed
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, halved or whole (optional for garnish)
- Powdered sugar (optional for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese with granulated sugar and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Spread strawberry pie filling evenly in the bottom of the baking dish.
- Spoon and gently spread the cheesecake mixture over the strawberry layer.
- Sprinkle dry yellow cake mix evenly on top.
- Drizzle melted butter over the cake mix.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes until golden brown and bubbling.
- Allow to cool for about 30 minutes before serving. Garnish with whipped topping and fresh strawberries.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approximately 130g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg