A sweet and creamy dessert layered with strawberries, cheesecake filling, and a buttery cake topping — so easy and irresistible!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Only 6 ingredients and no complicated steps.

• Layers of fruit, cheesecake, and buttery cake in every bite.

• Great for potlucks, holidays, or weeknight treats.

• Delicious served warm with ice cream or chilled the next day.

Ingredients

• 1 (21 oz) can strawberry pie filling (about 2½ cups)

• 1 cup sliced fresh strawberries

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened (about 1 cup)

• ½ cup granulated sugar

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 (15.25 oz) box vanilla or yellow cake mix

• ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Bake Time: 40–45 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Yield: 12 servings
Kcal: ~340 per serving

Directions

Step 1: Prep

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

Step 2: Fruit Layer

Spread strawberry pie filling evenly in the dish, then scatter fresh strawberry slices on top.

Step 3: Cheesecake Layer

Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Drop spoonfuls of the cheesecake mixture over the strawberries.

Step 4: Cake Topping

Sprinkle dry cake mix evenly over the cheesecake layer. Do not stir.

Step 5: Add Butter

Drizzle melted butter evenly over the cake mix, covering as much as possible.

Step 6: Bake

Bake 40–45 minutes, until golden brown on top and bubbly around the edges.

Step 7: Serve

Cool for 10–15 minutes before serving. Best enjoyed warm with a scoop of ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

Tips & Variations

• Swap strawberry pie filling for cherry, blueberry, or peach for variety.

• For extra crunch, sprinkle chopped pecans or sliced almonds on top before baking.

• Use a strawberry cake mix for a fun twist.

• Refrigerate leftovers and enjoy cold — it tastes like strawberry cheesecake bars!

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes. Bake as directed, let cool, then cover and refrigerate. Reheat individual portions in the microwave or oven.

Can I use frozen strawberries?
Yes, but thaw and drain them well to avoid excess liquid in the cake.

Do I need to soften the cream cheese?
Yes, softened cream cheese mixes smoothly. Cold cream cheese will leave lumps.

How do I know when the cake is done?
The top should be golden brown and the edges bubbling. The cheesecake spots may still look a little soft, but they’ll set as it cools.

Final Thoughts

Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake is a fuss-free dessert that tastes like a mix of cobbler and cheesecake. Whether served warm and gooey or chilled and creamy, it’s guaranteed to satisfy your sweet tooth and impress any crowd.