How to Make Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake
🥄 Step 1: Preheat & Prep
- Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
🥄 Step 2: Layer the Strawberry Filling
- Spread strawberry pie filling evenly on the bottom of the dish.
🥄 Step 3: Make the Cheesecake Layer
- In a bowl, beat together cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Dollop over the strawberry layer and gently spread (it doesn’t have to be perfect!).
🥄 Step 4: Add Cake Mix
- Evenly sprinkle the dry cake mix over the top.
- Don’t stir! Just let it sit on top.
🥄 Step 5: Top with Butter
- Drizzle melted butter over the cake mix.
- Try to cover as much as possible—this helps it bake up golden and crispy!
🥄 Step 6: Bake to Perfection
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
🥄 Step 7: Cool & Serve
- Let it cool slightly before serving.
- Enjoy it warm or chilled—both ways are amazing!
Pro Tips for the Perfect Dump Cake
🔥 Want an extra crunchy top? Use cold butter and cut it into thin slices instead of melting it.
🍋 Add a citrusy twist! Stir 1 tsp lemon zest into the cream cheese mixture.
🍦 Make it extra indulgent – Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
🥄 No strawberry pie filling? Swap it for cherry, blueberry, or apple—so good!
How to Store & Reheat
📦 To store: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
🔥 To reheat: Microwave for 30 seconds or bake at 350°F for 10 minutes to bring back that crispy topping!
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can I make this ahead of time?
👉 Yes! This dump cake tastes even better the next day after chilling in the fridge.
2. Can I use fresh strawberries instead of pie filling?
👉 You can! Just mix 3 cups sliced strawberries with ½ cup sugar and let them sit for 10 minutes to release juices.
3. Does this work with other cake mixes?
👉 Absolutely! Try vanilla, butter pecan, or even chocolate for a fun twist.
Final Thoughts
This Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake is so simple, so delicious, and so addictive that you’ll want to make it again and again! If you try this recipe, let me know in the comments—did your family love it as much as mine? 💕
