Sweet, creamy, and bursting with strawberry flavor, this Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake is the definition of effortless dessert perfection. No mixing bowls, no complicated steps, and no stress — just layer everything, bake, and enjoy a warm, gooey cheesecake-style treat that tastes like you spent way more time on it than you actually did.
Perfect for last-minute guests, busy weeknights, potlucks, or when a craving hits and you want something comforting now.
🕒 Servings & Timing
Yield: 8–10 servings
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Bake Time: 40–45 minutes
Total Time: ~50 minutes
🥗 Nutritional Info (Approx. per serving)
Calories: ~290
Fat: ~15 g
Carbohydrates: ~36 g
Protein: ~4 g
(Values vary by brand.)
🛒 Ingredients (Only 5!)
1 can (21 oz) strawberry pie filling
1 box vanilla or yellow cake mix
8 oz cream cheese, softened and cubed
½ cup (1 stick) butter, melted
Optional garnish: powdered sugar or fresh strawberries
⭐ How to Make Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake
- Preheat the Oven
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. - Add the Strawberry Layer
Spread the strawberry pie filling evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish. - Add the Cream Cheese
Scatter the cubed cream cheese evenly over the strawberry layer. No need to mix — this creates creamy cheesecake pockets while baking. - Dump the Cake Mix
Sprinkle the dry cake mix evenly over the strawberries and cream cheese. Do not stir. - Add the Butter
Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the cake mix, covering as much of the surface as possible. - Bake
Bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes, until the top is golden, bubbly, and lightly crisp. - Cool & Serve
Let rest for 10 minutes before serving. This allows the layers to set slightly while staying warm and gooey.
🍨 Serving Ideas
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream
Add a dollop of whipped cream
Sprinkle with powdered sugar
Spoon into bowls for an easy crowd-pleasing dessert
💡 Helpful Tips
Don’t mix the layers — “dump” is the secret
Spread butter as evenly as possible for best browning
For extra richness, use full-fat cream cheese
Want more strawberry flavor? Add sliced fresh strawberries on top before baking
🔄 Easy Variations
Berry Swap: Use cherry, blueberry, or mixed berry pie filling
Chocolate Twist: Use chocolate cake mix
Crunchy Top: Sprinkle sliced almonds or graham cracker crumbs on top
Cheesecake Boost: Add a few extra cream cheese cubes
🧊 Storage Instructions
Refrigerator:
Store covered for up to 4 days.
Reheating:
Warm individual portions in the microwave for 20–30 seconds.
🍰 Conclusion
This Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake proves that amazing desserts don’t have to be complicated. With just five ingredients and almost no effort, you get a dessert that’s creamy, fruity, and irresistibly comforting.
It’s the kind of recipe you’ll keep coming back to — because sometimes, dump, bake, and dig in is exactly what you need.
