The Easiest Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake Recipe
Creamy. Fruity. Foolproof. This dreamy dessert brings together juicy strawberries, rich cheesecake swirls, and a golden cake topping—all with minimal effort and maximum flavor. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or just craving something sweet, this dump cake is your new go-to!
Why You’ll Love It
- Only 7 ingredients and no mixer needed
- No crust, no stress—just layer and bake
- Perfect for last-minute desserts, potlucks, or weeknight treats!
Ingredients (Serves 4 | ~300 kcal per serving)
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 1 (30 oz) can strawberry pie filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
1. Preheat & Prep
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9-inch or similar-sized baking dish.
2. Make the Cheesecake Swirl
In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese with vanilla extract, egg, and sugar until smooth.
3. Layer the Goodness
- Pour the strawberry pie filling into the baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Dollop spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture on top.
- Sprinkle the dry cake mix over everything in an even layer.
- Drizzle melted butter over the cake mix, covering as much surface as possible.
4. Bake to Golden Perfection
Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly and the edges are slightly crisp.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
- Delicious cold, too—just like a creamy berry bar!
- Sprinkle with crushed graham crackers or fresh strawberries for a fancy twist.
Tips & Variations
- Want more cheesecake swirl? Double the cream cheese mixture.
- Try it with cherry, blueberry, or raspberry pie filling for fun variations!
- For a crispier top, use cold butter and slice it into thin pats before layering instead of melted butter.
This Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake is pure comfort in a pan—simple, sweet, and guaranteed to bring smiles with every bite. The best part? It literally comes together in minutes!
