Go Back

Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake

Yummy Eats Daily
A whimsically simple dessert layering fresh strawberries and sweet pie filling with creamy cheesecake dollops, all crowned by buttery yellow cake mix. Baked until golden and bubbly, it’s a crowd-pleasing treat with zero stirring—just dump, drizzle, and bake!
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 12
Calories 380 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Cake:

  • 2 cups fresh or frozen strawberries
  • 1 can 21 oz strawberry pie filling
  • 1 package 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 box of yellow cake mix
  • 1 cup unsalted butter melted
  • Whipped cream for topping optional

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  • Layer strawberries on the bottom. Spoon pie filling evenly over the top.
  • In a bowl, mix cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
  • Drop spoonfuls over fruit layer.
  • Sprinkle dry cake mix evenly over everything—don’t stir.
  • Drizzle melted butter over the cake mix.
  • Bake 45–50 minutes until golden and bubbly.
  • See full steps with tips & photos → https://p4pd.org/strawberry-cheesecake-dump-cake/

Notes

  • Fruit Variations: Swap strawberries for blueberries, raspberries, or a mixed berry blend.
  • Mini Dump Cakes: Bake in eight 8-oz ramekins for individual portions; reduce bake time to 30–35 minutes.
  • Make-Ahead: Assemble in the dish, cover, and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking.