Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake (Easy, Creamy & Irresistible)
This Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake is the ultimate effortless dessert—rich, creamy, and bursting with sweet strawberry flavor. With layers of tangy cream cheese, juicy strawberries, and a buttery golden cake topping, it delivers all the indulgence of cheesecake with almost no effort. Perfect for parties, family dinners, or when you need a quick sweet treat!
Ingredients
- 1 can (21 oz) strawberry pie filling
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (sliced, optional for extra flavor)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 box vanilla or yellow cake mix
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a baking dish. - Layer Strawberries
Spread the strawberry pie filling evenly in the bottom of the dish. Add fresh strawberries if using. - Make Cheesecake Layer
In a bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth and creamy. Drop spoonfuls over the strawberry layer. - Add Cake Mix
Sprinkle the dry cake mix evenly over the top—do not mix. - Add Butter
Drizzle melted butter evenly across the cake mix, covering as much surface as possible. - Bake
Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the top is golden and slightly crisp. - Cool & Serve
Let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm for a gooey texture or chilled for a firmer cheesecake-like consistency.
Quick Q&A
Q1: Why is it called a “dump cake”?
Because you simply “dump” the ingredients into the pan without complicated mixing.
Q2: Can I use other fruit flavors?
Yes! Try blueberry, cherry, or peach pie filling for different variations.
Q3: How do I store leftovers?
Keep in the fridge for up to 3–4 days in an airtight container.
Q4: Can I make it less sweet?
Use unsweetened strawberries or reduce sugar in the cream cheese layer.
Q5: Can I add a crunchy topping?
Yes—add chopped nuts or crushed biscuits on top before baking.