Description
This Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake is a delightful, no-fuss dessert combining the flavors of strawberry cake, creamy cheesecake, and sweet strawberry pie filling. The easy layering technique and simple baking process yield a luscious, rich cake perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Cake Layer
- 1 box (15.25 oz) strawberry cake mix
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
For the Cream Cheese Layer
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup milk
Topping
- 1 cup strawberry pie filling
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish thoroughly to prevent sticking.
- Mix Cake Layer: In a mixing bowl, combine the strawberry cake mix and melted butter. Stir until the mixture becomes crumbly and well blended.
- Create Cake Crust: Press the crumbly cake mixture evenly into the bottom of the greased baking dish to form a firm crust layer.
- Beat Cream Cheese: In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until it is smooth and creamy without lumps.
- Add Sweeteners and Liquids: To the beaten cream cheese, add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, heavy cream, and milk. Mix until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Spread Cream Cheese Layer: Evenly spread the cream cheese mixture over the cake crust in the baking dish, creating a smooth layer.
- Add Strawberry Pie Filling: Spoon the strawberry pie filling evenly over the top of the cream cheese layer, distributing it carefully.
- Bake the Cake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes or until the edges turn golden and the center is set and no longer jiggly.
- Cool: Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool completely at room temperature to set properly before slicing.
- Serve and Enjoy: Slice the cooled dump cake into pieces and serve. Enjoy the combination of strawberry and creamy cheesecake flavors in every bite.
Notes
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened for easier blending and a smooth texture.
- Allow the cake to cool fully before cutting to ensure clean slices.
- This dessert can be served chilled or at room temperature depending on preference.
- Use a good quality strawberry pie filling for the best flavor.
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream and milk.
