Description
The Ultimate Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake is a delightful dessert that combines the rich creaminess of cheesecake with the sweet, juicy burst of strawberries. Each bite offers a velvety texture, complemented by a crumbly cake layer that adds a satisfying contrast, making it a perfect indulgence for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Cake:
- 1 box of yellow cake mix (15.25 oz)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup water
- For the Cheesecake Layer:
- 2 packages of cream cheese (8 oz each), softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For the Strawberry Layer:
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, melted butter, and water. Mix until smooth and well combined.
- In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until creamy and smooth.
- In a separate bowl, toss the sliced strawberries with granulated sugar and let them sit for about 10 minutes to release their juices.
- Spread the cake batter evenly in a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Drop spoonfuls of the cheesecake mixture over the cake batter, swirling gently with a knife to create a marbled effect.
- Evenly distribute the sugared strawberries on top of the cheesecake layer.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- This cake can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free yellow cake mix.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: desserts
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12 of the cake)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22 grams
- Sodium: 250 milligrams
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 9 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 42 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 4 grams
- Cholesterol: 50 milligrams
Keywords: Strawberry Cheesecake, Dump Cake, Easy Dessert, Cream Cheese, Summer Dessert, Strawberry Dessert, Quick Cake, Baking, American Cuisine, Sweet Treat, Fruit Cake, No-Fuss Dessert, Family Recipe, Comfort Food