Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake

• Prep Time: 10 minutes

• Bake Time: 45–50 minutes

• Total Time: ~1 hour

• Difficulty Level: Super Easy

• Servings: 10–12

 What Is a Dump Cake?

A dump cake is a popular American dessert where ingredients are “dumped” into a pan and baked—usually starting with canned fruit or pie filling, followed by dry cake mix, and topped with butter. The result? A soft, gooey filling with a golden, crisp topping. It’s like a cobbler and cake had a delicious baby.

This Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake elevates the classic with a creamy layer of sweetened cream cheese.

 Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 2 cans (21 oz each) strawberry pie filling

• 1 box (15.25 oz) white or yellow cake mix

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

• Optional: 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped (for added texture)

For the Cheesecake Layer:

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened

• 1/3 cup granulated sugar

• 1 large egg

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

 Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

• Lightly grease or butter a 9×13-inch baking dish.

Step 2: Add the Strawberry Filling

• Dump both cans of strawberry pie filling into the baking dish.

• Spread evenly. Add chopped fresh strawberries if using.

Step 3: Prepare the Cheesecake Mixture

• In a bowl, beat together the cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth.

• Spoon or drizzle the cheesecake mixture over the strawberry filling.

Tip: You don’t need to swirl it—just spread or drop it across for creamy pockets in each bite.

Step 4: Add the Cake Mix

• Sprinkle the dry cake mix evenly over the top of the filling and cheesecake layer. Do not mix.

Step 5: Top with Butter

• Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the cake mix layer. Try to cover as much of the surface as possible so it bakes evenly.

Optional: Dot the top with a few more pieces of cream cheese or sliced strawberries for extra flavor.

Step 6: Bake

• Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until the top is golden and the edges are bubbly.

Step 7: Cool Slightly & Serve

• Let the dump cake cool for 15–20 minutes before serving.

• Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally topped with:

  • Whipped cream

  • Vanilla ice cream

  • More fresh strawberries

  • Powdered sugar

 Serving Suggestions

• Warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream

• Chilled = like strawberry cheesecake cobbler

• Party Style: Spoon into small cups and top with whipped cream and a strawberry for individual servings.

 Storage & Reheating

• Fridge: Store leftovers covered for up to 4 days.

• Reheat: Warm in the microwave for 30 seconds to 1 minute.

• Freezer: Wrap tightly and freeze for up to 1 month. Thaw in the fridge overnight and reheat before serving.

 Nutrition Information (Per Serving – Approximate, based on 12 servings)

Note: Nutrition values will vary based on exact brands and variations.