Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake is one of the easiest and most delicious desserts you can make. It combines the creamy richness of cheesecake with the sweet fruity flavor of strawberries and the buttery crunch of cake topping. The best part is that it requires very little preparation—simply “dump” the ingredients into a baking dish and let the oven do the work. This dessert is perfect for family gatherings, holidays, potlucks, or when you want a quick sweet treat.
Prep Time
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
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Cook Time: 40–45 minutes
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Total Time: 55 minutes
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Servings: 8 servings
Kitchen Equipment
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9×13 inch baking dish
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Mixing bowl
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Hand mixer or whisk
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Spatula
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Measuring cups
Ingredients
Strawberry Layer
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1 can (21 oz) strawberry pie filling
Cheesecake Layer
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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½ cup granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cake Topping
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1 box yellow cake mix (about 15.25 oz)
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½ cup unsalted butter, melted
Optional Garnish
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Powdered sugar
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Fresh strawberries
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Whipped cream
Ingredient Notes
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Strawberry pie filling gives the cake its rich fruity flavor and keeps it moist.
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Cream cheese should be softened so it mixes smoothly.
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Yellow cake mix creates a buttery golden topping without extra work.
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Melted butter helps form the crispy cobbler-like crust.
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
2. Prepare the Strawberry Layer
Spread the strawberry pie filling evenly across the bottom of the baking dish.
3. Make the Cheesecake Mixture
In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
4. Add the Cheesecake Layer
Drop spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture over the strawberry filling. Gently spread slightly but do not mix fully.
5. Add the Cake Mix
Sprinkle the dry cake mix evenly over the entire dish. Do not stir.
6. Add the Butter
Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the cake mix. Try to cover as much of the surface as possible.
7. Bake
Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the top becomes golden brown and the strawberry filling is bubbling.
8. Cool and Serve
Allow the cake to cool for about 10–15 minutes before serving. Garnish with powdered sugar or whipped cream if desired.
Nutrition Facts (Approximate per serving)
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Calories: 340
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Carbohydrates: 50g
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Fat: 15g
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Sugar: 34g
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Protein: 3g
Tips for the Best Dump Cake
✔ Use room-temperature cream cheese to avoid lumps.
✔ Spread butter evenly so the topping bakes properly.
✔ Serve warm with vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent dessert.
✔ Add fresh sliced strawberries before serving for a brighter flavor.
Variations
Chocolate Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake
Add ½ cup chocolate chips over the strawberry layer.
Blueberry Cheesecake Dump Cake
Replace strawberry pie filling with blueberry filling.
Strawberry Crunch Dump Cake
Add crushed vanilla cookies or graham crackers on top before baking.
Low-Sugar Version
Use sugar-free pie filling and a reduced-sugar cake mix.
