Description
This Easy Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake is a simple and delicious dessert that combines creamy cheesecake flavor with fruity strawberry pie filling and a moist yellow cake topping. Perfect for gatherings or a quick sweet treat, this no-fuss recipe requires minimal ingredients and comes together quickly with a baked, bubbly golden crust.
Ingredients
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Fruit Layer
- 1 can (21 ounces) strawberry pie filling
Cheesecake Layer
- 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup milk
Cake Topping
- 1 box (about 15.25 ounces) yellow cake mix
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and generously grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Layer Strawberry Pie Filling: Spread the entire can of strawberry pie filling evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish, creating the fruity base layer.
- Mix Cheesecake Layer: In a separate bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until the mixture is smooth and creamy without lumps.
- Add Cheesecake Layer: Pour the cream cheese mixture evenly over the strawberry pie filling layer, spreading it gently to cover the filling.
- Top with Cake Mix: Sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix evenly over the cream cheese layer to form the topping.
- Drizzle Butter: Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the sprinkled cake mix to help it bake into a moist, golden crust.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbly around the edges.
- Cool Before Serving: Let the cake cool for a few minutes to set before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for easy mixing and a smoother cheesecake layer.
- This cake can be served warm or chilled, depending on your preference.
- Leftovers should be refrigerated and consumed within 3-4 days.
- You can substitute strawberry pie filling with cherry or blueberry for different flavors.
- For a more decadent touch, top with whipped cream or fresh strawberries before serving.
