Strawberry Cream Cheese Dump Cake – Easy & Irresistible!
Get ready to fall in love with the easiest dessert of the season—Strawberry Cream Cheese Dump Cake! This recipe requires just six simple ingredients and absolutely no mixer. It’s the perfect sweet treat for busy nights, potlucks, or anytime you need a no-fuss dessert that tastes like you spent hours in the kitchen. Sweet strawberries, creamy cheesecake flavor, and a golden buttery topping—this dump cake delivers it all!
Ingredients
- 1 box yellow or white cake mix (15.25 oz)
- 1 (21 oz) can strawberry pie filling
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Layer the Pie Filling: Spread the entire can of strawberry pie filling evenly over the bottom of the prepared dish.
- Make the Cream Cheese Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Dollop and Spread: Drop spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture over the strawberry filling. It doesn’t need to be perfect—it will spread as it bakes.
- Add the Cake Mix: Sprinkle the dry cake mix evenly over the entire dish, covering all the cream cheese and fruit.
- Pour the Butter: Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the top of the cake mix. Try to cover as much of the surface as possible to ensure even browning.
- Bake: Bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes, or until the top is golden and the edges are bubbling.
- Cool Slightly & Serve: Let the dump cake cool for at least 10–15 minutes before serving. Great warm or chilled. Optional: top with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream!
Tips & Variations
- Swap the strawberry pie filling for blueberry, cherry, or apple for variety.
- Use a butter knife to slightly swirl the cream cheese into the filling for a marbled look.
- Add crushed graham crackers or sliced almonds on top for crunch.
Storage
Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat individual servings in the microwave for 20–30 seconds.
Nutrition (Approx. per serving)
| Calories | Carbs | Fat | Sugar | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 390 | 48g | 19g | 28g | 3g |
Recipe Summary
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Servings: 12
Note: This is a classic “dump-and-bake” dessert—no stirring, no stress, just pure comfort!
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