Description
This Easy Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake is a simple yet delightful dessert featuring layers of sweet strawberry pie filling, creamy cheesecake mixture, and a buttery cake topping baked to golden perfection. Perfect for quick gatherings or a comforting treat, it combines rich flavors with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 1 can strawberry pie filling
Cheesecake Layer
- 1 package cream cheese (8 ounces), softened
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup milk
Topping
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare dish: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Layer strawberry filling: Spread the entire can of strawberry pie filling evenly on the bottom of the prepared baking dish, creating a sweet and fruity base.
- Make cheesecake mixture: In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until the mixture is smooth and creamy without lumps.
- Add cheesecake layer: Pour the smooth cream cheese mixture evenly over the strawberry pie filling layer, covering it completely.
- Add cake mix topping: Sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix evenly over the cream cheese layer, distributing it so it covers the entire surface.
- Drizzle melted butter: Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the cake mix topping to help create a crisp and golden crust during baking.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbly around the edges.
- Cool and serve: Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes to set before slicing and serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- For best results, use full-fat cream cheese and do not substitute with low-fat versions as texture may be affected.
- Allow the cake to cool slightly before serving for cleaner slices.
- You can substitute strawberry pie filling with other fruit pie fillings like cherry or blueberry.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For added texture, consider topping with whipped cream or fresh strawberries before serving.
