Here’s a full recipe for a Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake! This is an easy, no-fuss dessert that combines the creamy goodness of cheesecake with the sweet and tart flavor of strawberries.
Ingredients:
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1 box of yellow cake mix (preferably 15.25 oz)
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1 can (21 oz) of strawberry pie filling
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1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
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1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
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1/2 cup sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1/4 tsp salt
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Optional: Whipped cream or ice cream for serving
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare the pan:
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Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray to prevent the cake from sticking.
3. Make the cheesecake layer:
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In a medium mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
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Add the sugar, vanilla extract, and salt, then beat again until combined.
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Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the bottom of your greased baking dish. Don’t worry if it’s not perfect; it’ll melt and spread out as it bakes.
4. Layer the strawberry filling:
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Spoon the strawberry pie filling over the cream cheese layer. Spread it out evenly.
5. Add the cake mix:
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Evenly sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix directly on top of the strawberry layer. Try to cover it as much as possible, but don’t worry if it’s not perfect.
6. Add melted butter:
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Pour the melted butter evenly over the dry cake mix. It’s okay if it doesn’t cover every spot. The butter will melt as it bakes and create a crumbly, golden topping.
7. Bake the dump cake:
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Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes. The top should be golden brown, and you’ll see the cake mix bubbling up around the edges.
8. Check and serve:
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Let the dump cake cool for about 10-15 minutes before serving, as it will be very hot.
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Serve it warm, and if desired, top with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.
Tips:
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Customization: You can substitute the strawberry pie filling with other fruit pie fillings, such as cherry, blueberry, or peach, for different flavor variations.
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Extra Cheesecake Flavor: If you want a more pronounced cheesecake flavor, you can add a little sour cream or Greek yogurt into the cream cheese mixture.
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Serving Suggestions: This dessert is great on its own, but if you like, you can also drizzle some caramel or chocolate sauce over the top when serving.
Enjoy your Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake! It’s super simple to make, and it’s sure to be a hit at your next gathering or family dinner.