Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake

If you love cheesecake and crave the ease of dump-and-bake desserts, this Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake is the best of both worlds. Sweet strawberry filling, creamy cheesecake swirls, and a buttery golden cake topping come together in a dessert that looks impressive—but takes almost no effort.

Perfect for potlucks, family dinners, or when you need a last-minute crowd-pleaser, this recipe delivers maximum flavor with minimal prep.

Why You’ll Love This Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake

• ✔️ Only a handful of ingredients

• ✔️ No mixing bowls required

• ✔️ Creamy cheesecake flavor

• ✔️ Perfect balance of fruity and rich

• ✔️ Beginner-friendly dessert

Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake – Easy Creamy Dessert Recipe

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Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake

Ingredients

Ingredients:

– 1 box (15.25 oz) strawberry cake mix

– 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted

– 1 can (21 oz) strawberry pie filling

– 8 oz (227g) cream cheese, softened

– 1/2 cup (120ml) milk

– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

– 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar

Instructions

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. In a large bowl, mix strawberry cake mix with melted butter until crumbly.

3. Spread half of the crumb mixture in a greased 9×13-inch pan.

4. Spoon strawberry pie filling evenly over the crumb layer.

5. In another bowl, beat cream cheese, milk, vanilla, and powdered sugar until smooth.

6. Pour cream cheese mixture over the strawberry filling.

7. Top with the remaining crumb mixture.

8. Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden and bubbly.

Notes

Notes:

You can use other fruit pie fillings like cherry or blueberry for a different flavor.

Serve with whipped cream for extra delight!

Prep Time: 15 mins | Cooking Time: 35 mins | Total Time: 50 mins | Servings: 12″

• Author: laura

Ingredients

• 2 cans (21 oz each) strawberry pie filling

• 1 box yellow or white cake mix

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened and cubed

• ¾ cup unsalted butter, melted

• ½ tsp vanilla extract (optional)

How to Make Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake

Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

Add Strawberry Filling

Spread the strawberry pie filling evenly across the bottom of the baking dish.

Add Cheesecake Layer

Scatter the cubed cream cheese evenly over the strawberry filling. Drizzle lightly with vanilla if using.

Sprinkle Cake Mix

Evenly sprinkle the dry cake mix over the layers—do not stir.

Add Butter

Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the cake mix, covering as much surface as possible.

Bake

Bake uncovered for 45–50 minutes, until the top is golden and bubbly.

Cool & Serve

Let cool for 10–15 minutes before serving.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve warm with vanilla ice cream

• Top with whipped cream

• Add fresh strawberries

• Dust lightly with powdered sugar

Recipe Variations

• Mixed Berry Dump Cake: Use strawberry-blueberry filling

• Chocolate Twist: Add white chocolate chips

• Crunchy Top: Sprinkle sliced almonds or pecans

• Lemon Strawberry: Add lemon zest to cream cheese

Storage Tips

• Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days

• Reheat in microwave or oven

• Can be frozen for up to 2 months

Quick Recipe Info

• Prep Time: 5 minutes

• Bake Time: 45–50 minutes

• Total Time: 55 minutes

• Servings: 10–12

Final Thoughts

This Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake is proof that you don’t need complicated steps to create an unforgettable dessert. Fruity, creamy, and irresistibly buttery, it’s a recipe you’ll come back to again and again.