Only 5 Ingredients and Zero Hassle Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake
This Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake is the definition of easy dessert baking. It comes together with minimal prep, no mixers, and no complicated steps, making it perfect for busy days, last-minute guests, or when you just want something sweet without the effort.
Prep Time:Â 10 minutes
Cook Time:Â 45 minutes
Total Time:Â 55 minutes
Servings:Â 8 to 10
Ingredients
Yellow or white cake mix: 1 box (15.25 oz)
Strawberry pie filling: 1 can (21 oz)
Cream cheese: 1 package (8 oz), softened
Granulated sugar: 1/2 cup
Vanilla extract: 1 tsp
Unsalted butter: 1/2 cup, melted
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
Spread the strawberry pie filling evenly across the bottom of the prepared dish.
In a small bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
Drop spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture evenly over the strawberry filling. Do not spread it completely.
Sprinkle the dry cake mix evenly over the entire surface, covering the filling and cream cheese.
Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the cake mix, making sure to cover as much of the dry mix as possible.
Gently tap the dish on the counter to help the butter soak in. Do not stir.
Bake uncovered for 40 to 45 minutes, until the top is golden and the filling is bubbling around the edges.
Remove from the oven and allow the cake to cool for 10 to 15 minutes before serving.
Serve warm or chilled, plain or with ice cream or whipped cream if desired.
Tips
Make sure the cream cheese is fully softened for smooth mixing.
Do not mix the layers after assembling. The magic happens as it bakes.
Drizzle butter slowly to cover most of the cake mix.
If dry spots remain, lightly spray them with cooking spray.
Use a glass baking dish for even heat distribution.
Let the cake rest before serving to help it set.
Warm servings are softer, chilled servings slice more cleanly.
Use parchment strips if you want easier cleanup.
Keep an eye on the top during the last 10 minutes.
If the top browns too quickly, loosely cover with foil.
Variations
Swap strawberry pie filling for cherry or blueberry.
Use chocolate cake mix for a richer flavor.
Add lemon zest to the cream cheese for brightness.
Mix mini chocolate chips into the cream cheese layer.
Use strawberry cheesecake flavored cake mix if available.
Add sliced fresh strawberries before baking.
Drizzle white chocolate over the top after baking.
Use brown sugar instead of granulated for a deeper note.
Add crushed graham crackers on top for cheesecake flavor.
Serve with strawberry sauce for extra indulgence.