Sweet, creamy, and bursting with strawberry flavor, this Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake is the definition of effortless dessert perfection. No mixing bowls, no complicated steps, and no stress — just layer everything, bake, and enjoy a warm, gooey cheesecake-style treat that tastes like you spent way more time on it than you actually did.
Perfect for last-minute guests, busy weeknights, potlucks, or when a craving hits and you want something comforting now.
🕒 Servings & Timing
Yield: 8–10 servings
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Bake Time: 40–45 minutes
Total Time: ~50 minutes
🥗 Nutritional Info (Approx. per serving)
- Calories: ~290
- Fat: ~15 g
- Carbohydrates: ~36 g
- Protein: ~4 g
(Values vary by brand.)
🛒 Ingredients (Only 5!)
- 1 can (21 oz) strawberry pie filling
- 1 box vanilla or yellow cake mix
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened and cubed
- ½ cup (1 stick) butter, melted
- Optional garnish: powdered sugar or fresh strawberries
⭐ How to Make Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake
1. Preheat the Oven
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Add the Strawberry Layer
Spread the strawberry pie filling evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
3. Add the Cream Cheese
Scatter the cubed cream cheese evenly over the strawberry layer. No need to mix — this creates creamy cheesecake pockets while baking.
4. Dump the Cake Mix
Sprinkle the dry cake mix evenly over the strawberries and cream cheese. Do not stir.
5. Add the Butter
Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the cake mix, covering as much of the surface as possible.
6. Bake
Bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes, until the top is golden, bubbly, and lightly crisp.
7. Cool & Serve
Let rest for 10 minutes before serving. This allows the layers to set slightly while staying warm and gooey.
🍨 Serving Ideas
- Serve warm with vanilla ice cream
- Add a dollop of whipped cream
- Sprinkle with powdered sugar
- Spoon into bowls for an easy crowd-pleasing dessert
💡 Helpful Tips
- Don’t mix the layers — “dump” is the secret
- Spread butter as evenly as possible for best browning
- For extra richness, use full-fat cream cheese
- Want more strawberry flavor? Add sliced fresh strawberries on top before baking
🔄 Easy Variations
- Berry Swap: Use cherry, blueberry, or mixed berry pie filling
- Chocolate Twist: Use chocolate cake mix
- Crunchy Top: Sprinkle sliced almonds or graham cracker crumbs on top
- Cheesecake Boost: Add a few extra cream cheese cubes
🧊 Storage Instructions
Refrigerator:
Store covered for up to 4 days.
Reheating:
Warm individual portions in the microwave for 20–30 seconds.
🍰 Conclusion
This Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake proves that amazing desserts don’t have to be complicated. With just five ingredients and almost no effort, you get a dessert that’s creamy, fruity, and irresistibly comforting.
It’s the kind of recipe you’ll keep coming back to — because sometimes, dump, bake, and dig in is exactly what you need.
