How to Make Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake
Step 1 – Prep the Dish
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your 9×13 baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
Step 2 – Fruit First
Spread strawberry pie filling evenly across the bottom.
Step 3 – Cheesecake Layer
Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Drop spoonfuls over strawberries, then spread gently.
Step 4 – Cake Topping
Evenly sprinkle dry cake mix over the cream cheese and fruit layers.
Step 5 – Butter Magic
Place butter pats across the cake mix.
Step 6 – Bake
Bake 45–50 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
Step 7 – Cool & Serve
Let it cool slightly before serving warm or at room temp.
Serving Suggestions
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Classic: With a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
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Decadent: Drizzle with chocolate sauce.
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Fresh twist: Top with fresh berries and whipped cream.
Tips for Success
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Soften cream cheese – It makes blending so much easier.
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Spread evenly – Helps the flavors meld beautifully.
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Don’t stir the layers – The magic happens when they bake separately.
Storage Instructions
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Fridge: Store covered for up to 4 days.
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Reheat: Warm in the microwave for 20–30 seconds before serving.
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Freezer: Not recommended — the texture changes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I make this ahead?
Yes! Bake, cool, and store in the fridge. Warm slightly before serving.
Q: Can I use fresh strawberries?
Yes, but you’ll need to cook them down with sugar and a little cornstarch to mimic pie filling.
Conclusion
Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake is proof that easy can still be decadent. With its creamy cheesecake swirls, sweet strawberry goodness, and golden cake topping, it’s the kind of dessert that makes any day feel like a celebration.
