A super easy, no-fuss dessert that combines the lusciousness of strawberry cheesecake with the simplicity of a dump cake — perfect for busy days or last-minute guests!
Origin Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake
Dump cakes became popular in American home baking because they require minimal effort and deliver maximum flavor. This strawberry cheesecake version adds a creamy, fruity twist to the classic.
What I Love About This Recipe
It’s incredibly simple but tastes like you spent hours baking. The juicy strawberries, creamy cheesecake layer, and crumbly cake topping create a perfect harmony of textures and flavors.
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Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake
4
servings30
minutes40
minutes350
kcalIngredients
1 (16 oz) package fresh or frozen strawberries (if frozen, thaw and drain)
1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar, divided
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 box yellow cake mix (dry)
½ cup unsalted butter (1 stick), melted
Optional: whipped cream or powdered sugar for topping
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese with ½ cup sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly into the bottom of a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Layer the strawberries evenly over the cream cheese layer.
- Sprinkle the dry cake mix evenly over the strawberries.
- Drizzle the melted butter evenly on top of the cake mix.
- Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup sugar over the top.
- Bake for 45–50 minutes, until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
- Let cool for at least 20 minutes before serving. Top with whipped cream or powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
- Use fresh strawberries for the best flavor, but frozen works in a pinch.
- For extra cheesecake richness, swirl some cream cheese mixture on top before baking.
- Serve warm or chilled — both are delicious!
