Why Make This Recipe
Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake is an easy dessert that combines the flavors of strawberry pie and cheesecake in one delightful dish. It’s perfect for those who want something sweet with minimal effort. This recipe is great for parties, potlucks, or just a comforting treat at home.
How to Make Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake
Ingredients
- 1 (21 oz) can strawberry pie filling
- 1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
Directions
- Preheat your oven according to the instructions on the cake mix box.
- Spread the strawberry pie filling in the bottom of a baking dish.
- Layer the sliced fresh strawberries on top of the pie filling.
- In a bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and dollop it over the strawberries.
- Prepare the cake mix as per package instructions and pour it over the top evenly.
- Bake according to the cake mix instructions, or until the cake is golden and set.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
How to Serve Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake
You can serve this delicious dump cake warm or at room temperature. It tastes great on its own or topped with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream. You can also add a sprinkle of graham cracker crumbs for an extra cheesecake touch.
How to Store Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake
To store Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake, cover it tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and keep it in the refrigerator. It will stay fresh for about 3 to 4 days. You can also freeze leftovers for up to 2 months. Just make sure to let it cool completely before freezing.
Tips to Make Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened for easy mixing. You can leave it at room temperature for about 30 minutes before using it.
- Use fresh strawberries for a burst of flavor, but frozen strawberries work well too. Just make sure to thaw and drain them first.
- For a more intense strawberry flavor, add some strawberry extract to the cream cheese mixture.
Variation
You can switch out the strawberry pie filling for other flavors like blueberry or cherry. Feel free to use different fruits or toppings to customize your dump cake to your liking!
FAQs
Q1: Can I use a sugar-free cake mix?
Yes, you can use a sugar-free cake mix to make this recipe lighter in calories.
Q2: Is this dessert gluten-free?
This dessert is not gluten-free unless you use a gluten-free cake mix. Make sure to check the labels when shopping.
Q3: Can I add other fruits to the dump cake?
Absolutely! You can mix in other berries like raspberries or peaches for a unique twist.
Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
An easy dessert that combines the flavors of strawberry pie and cheesecake in one delightful dish, perfect for parties or a comforting treat at home.
Ingredients
- 1 (21 oz) can strawberry pie filling
- 1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 package cake mix (flavor of choice)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven according to the instructions on the cake mix box.
- Spread the strawberry pie filling in the bottom of a baking dish.
- Layer the sliced fresh strawberries on top of the pie filling.
- In a bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and dollop it over the strawberries.
- Prepare the cake mix as per package instructions and pour it over the top evenly.
- Bake according to the cake mix instructions, or until the cake is golden and set.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Serve warm or at room temperature, great with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream. Can be stored in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: strawberry, cheesecake, dump cake, dessert, easy dessert
