This Strawberry Cheese Cake Dump Cake is a berry-licious dream come true! Baked with dollops of whipped cream cheese, it’s a sweet strawberry sensation that comes with a creamy, dreamy twist! Plus, it’s made the EASY way… with just 4 ingredients and 5 minutes of prep!
Strawberry Cheese Cake Dump Cake
A strawberry party is about to break out!
The cause for celebration?
A luscious strawberry temptation is getting ready to make a grand entrance… out of the oven and right into your mouth!
Travina writes: “This was the easiest recipe I have ever made. The Husband just loved it."
You’ll find yourself magnetically attracted to the alluring charm of this tempting strawberry creation.
It’s so good, you’ll want a second helping… and maybe even a third!
Oh… and it’s crazy easy to prepare.
How easy?
You’ll just dump a few cans, slap on some happy dollops… and scatter the lovely crumble.
That’s it.
Trust me, if you’ve never enjoyed the ease of making a dump cake using a cake mix… you owe it to yourself to try!
You’ll use the cake mix and butter to create your indulgent crumble. Then you’ll use the strawberry pie filling and some decadent cream cheese… to create the ultra rich and scrumptious dump cake filling.
Creating an unforgettable dump cake using just 4 ingredients? Believe me, it doesn’t get any easier than this!
And you can bet this crowd-pleaser will earn you household fame. But why tell anyone how easy it was to prepare?
That can be our little secret!
Make it today… then be sure to also make this Blackberry Cream Cheese Dump Cake and this Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake, too!
Now get ready to indulge in your very own dump cake adventure… an adventure that always ends with a spectacular strawberry cheesecake party in your mouth!
Here’s what you’ll need to make yours…
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Why Do Dump Cakes Work?
The magic of this strawberry cheesecake dump cake is in how easy it is to prepare.
All of your ingredients are very forgiving and the recipe takes hardly any effort to prepare.
Simply add your ingredients, layer by layer, into your baking dish.
Then pop your baking dish into the preheated oven.
After that, all you have to do is wait a quick half hour for your delightful strawberry cheesecake goodness to bake.
What Is Crumble Topping Made Of?
Your decadent crumble topping is made from a cake mix and melted butter.
Stirring these together is what creates your irresistible buttery crumble. Then you finish off your dump cake by placing the crumble on top of your dump cake.
Ingredients
You’ll just need these a few simple ingredients to make the BEST 4 ingredient strawberry cheesecake dump cake in your oven.
Here’s what you’ll need to round up from the grocery store this week…
- French Vanilla Cake Mix – Vanilla, White, Strawberry, or Yellow cake mix can be substituted
- Strawberry Pie Filling – homemade strawberry pie filling can be substituted
- Whipped Cream Cheese – for that creamy cheesecake filling
- Butter – because butter makes everything better!
You’ll also need a 9×13 baking dish to get the job done.
That’s it! With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a truly life changing fruity sweet dessert!
How To Make Strawberry Cheese Cake Dump Cake
This recipe for strawberry cheesecake dump cake is made with a no bake cheesecake filling… and it couldn’t be easier.
Just follow these steps to create THE temptation everyone will love…
1. Spray the inside of your 9×13 baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
2. Evenly spread out the strawberry pie filling in the bottom of your baking dish.
3. Then evenly add dollops of Cream Cheese to the top of the Strawberry Pie Filling.
4. Combine the cake mix with butter to make a buttery crumble topping, and sprinkle it over the strawberry pie filling.
5. Then bake as directed, and until the sides are hot and bubbly.
Then just sit back, relax, and enjoy the compliments!
See… I told you this strawberry cheesecake cobbler was going to be EASY!!
Scroll down for the printable recipe card with detailed, step-by-step instructions.
How to Make Strawberry Cream Cheese Dump Cake in a Cast Iron Skillet
Did you know you can make this easy strawberry cream cheese dump cake in a cast iron skillet, too?
It’s SO easy!
Simply follow the instructions in the recipe below for the Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake, but instead, bake in a 12″ cast iron skillet in the oven at 350 degrees for 50 minutes, or until top is crispy and edges are hot and bubbly.
Also, instead of spraying with non-stick cooking spray, when using a skillet I like to pour 3 tbsp. Melted Butter into bottom of 12″ Cast Iron Skillet & swirl around so bottom of skillet is evenly coated.
Here’s what your frugal friends are saying about baking this in a cast iron skillet…
Mary writes: “Made it for Memorial Day weekend. It was a hit. Will definitely make it again.”
How to Serve Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake
This delicious strawberry cheesecake dump cake made with Philadelphia cream cheese can be served straight from your baking dish!
Simply spoon out portions into small bowls, and top with whip cream or a side of vanilla ice cream.
Do You Refrigerate Dump Cake?
You can refrigerate this dump cake.
However, for the best results it’s always a good idea to serve it on the day you bake it!
This strawberry cheesecake dump recipe is absolutely amazing when enjoyed fresh, right out of the oven!
Cheesecake Dump Cake Variations
If you love this gooey rich Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake Recipe, then I know you’ll also love these cheesecake dump cakes…
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- Peaches and Cream Cobbler Recipe
Strawberry Cheese Cake Dump Cake Reviews
What Your Frugal Friends Are Saying About This Easy Baked Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake…
Tina writes: “I made this exactly as directed and it was amazing!! It sure didn’t last long!!”
Sara writes: “This was delicious and so easy!”
Kaitlyn writes: “This came out fantastic! Followed the recipe to a T, including the brands of ingredients. It was so easy and everyone liked it.”
Shanell writes: “Very Delicious 😊😊😊😊”
Travina writes: “This was the easiest recipe I have ever made. The Husband just loved it 😉 ”
Jennifer writes: “I made this.. and ate just about all of it. Soooo good!!”
Rochelle writes: “My kids loved it! And it was super easy to make!”
Kelly writes: “This was so good!”
Katherine writes: “This is a wonderful summer dessert, perfect for BBQs and potlucks!”
Etta writes: “Absolutely delicious Thanks for sharing.”
Christina writes: “This is a fantastically yummy, easy recipe!”
Eileen writes: “This was absolutely delicious! I made it for a friend’s birthday celebration and everyone loved it. I substituted a strawberry cake mix. Topped each serving with Cool Whip and a few fresh sliced strawberries. Yum!”
PJ writes: “Keeper! I halved the recipe and did it in a 9×9 – perfect.”
Nancy writes: “This is an easy yet excellent recipe. I even made my own strawberry filling and it was still quick and easy and fabulous.”
Jennifer writes: “This was a huge success at an outdoor party! I used cherries instead.”
Jennifer writes: “Simply amazing! The container was literally licked clean. Will make again for sure. Might try with cherry or blueberry next time.”
Kelly writes: “I have celiac disease and have made with yellow and white Gluten-Free cake mix.”
Strawberry Cheese Cake Dump Cake
Ingredients
- 13.25 oz. Betty Crocker French Vanilla Cake Mix box
- 42 oz. Strawberry Pie Filling, (use 2 cans, 21 oz. each, OR use homemade Strawberry Pie filling)
- 8 oz. Philadelphia Whipped Cream Cheese
- 8 tbsp. or 1/2 cup Butter, melted (1 stick)
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Spray inside of glass or ceramic 9×13 Casserole Dish with non-stick cooking spray
- Empty cans of Strawberry Pie Filling into bottom of baking dish, and spread out evenly.
- Scoop dollops of Cream Cheese on top and spread out over Strawberry Pie Filling.
- In medium mixing bowl, combine dry Cake Mix and melted Butter, and stir until crumbly. (break up any large chunks into small crumbles with spoon).
- Pour cake/butter crumble mixture over strawberry/cream cheese layer in baking dish, and spread out evenly.
- Bake for 30 minutes, or until sides are hot and bubbly.
- Top with Whip Cream or a scoop of Vanilla Ice Cream. ENJOY!!
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator.
- *You can also make this recipe in a cast iron skillet!
Notes
- How To Make Strawberry Cream Cheese Dump Cake in a Cast Iron Skillet Simply follow the instructions in the recipe below for the Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake, but instead, bake in a 12″ cast iron skillet in the oven at 350 degrees for 50 minutes, or until top is crispy and edges are hot and bubbly. Also, instead of spraying with non-stick cooking spray, when using a skillet I like to pour 3 tbsp. Melted Butter into bottom of 12″ Cast Iron Skillet & swirl around so bottom of skillet is evenly coated.
- For answers to Frequently Asked Questions or tips for common substitutions and variations, please refer to the detailed information above this recipe card.
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So have you ever tried adding Cream Cheese into your dump cakes before?
Or have you tried this Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake Recipe yet?
Share with us in the comments below!
Another delicious recipe from Frugal Girls! My Husband and I really enjoyed this easy recipe warm from the oven for dessert last night. Keep up the good work Heidi and thank you so much for this keeper recipe!
Aww… thank you so much, Rosemary – you’re so sweet! I’m so glad to hear you and your husband enjoyed this tasty treat last night! 🙂
I couldn’t find the whipped cream cheese! How much of a difference will it be with regular cream cheese?
Hi Nina ~ hmm… you could try bringing your regular cream cheese to room temperature and then whipping it with a hand or stand mixer to turn it into more of a whipped consistency. If you give it a try, let me know how it turns out!
Will do! Also after looking at the picture the cream cheese tub is a 16 oz but your direction s say 8..
Wonderful! Also, it’s actually just an 8 oz. tub featured in the photo, so yes… 8 oz. of whipped cream cheese is all you’ll need. 🙂
I want to try this for thanksgiving. Do you think this could work for apple or pumpkin?
Hi Savannah… here are my favorite recipes for Pumpkin Dump Cakes:
https://thefrugalgirls.com/2016/09/pumpkin-spice-dump-cake-recipe.html
https://thefrugalgirls.com/2020/09/pumpkin-angel-food-cake-recipe.html
… and here are some fun variations of Apple Dump Cakes…
https://thefrugalgirls.com/2017/07/apple-caramel-dump-cake-with-4-ingredients.html
https://thefrugalgirls.com/2015/08/crock-pot-dump-cake.html
https://thefrugalgirls.com/2012/09/apple-pecan-dump-cake-recipe.html
https://thefrugalgirls.com/2016/10/cranberry-apple-dump-cake.html
ENJOY!
One of these days I need to try making your dump cakes! I love this one with the strawberries. YUM! Thanks and have a great weekend!
Thanks, Christie… they really are SO easy to make, too! 🙂 Hope you have a lovely weekend!
Made this tonight. I used strawberry cake mix instead (store was sold out of french vanilla) and it is very delicious and easy. Will definitely make again!
Hi Lisa ~ I’m so glad to hear you liked it! I’ve tried it with the strawberry cake mix as well, and love it that way, too. 🙂 Have a great weekend!
Can you make this in the slow cooker? Dying to try this!
Hi Charley… yes you can make it in your crock pot, and it’s delicious! Just spray the inside of your slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray, layer the ingredients like in this recipe, and cook on HIGH for 2 hours, or LOW for 4 hours. ENJOY! 🙂
It’s 2 hours for both high or low?
Hi Sandy… sorry about that! 🙂 If you’re making it in the crockpot, it will be HIGH for 2 hours, or LOW for 4 hours. You can get step-by-step instructions for that here: https://diythrill.com/2020/05/11/crockpot-strawberry-cheesecake-dump-cake-recipe/
do you store leftovers in the fridge? want to make day before for holiday meal
Hi Ryan – for this particular recipe it really is better to make it the day of the meal. Hope that helps! 🙂
Love love the dump cake. I even made it half half putting a wrapped foiled cardboard in the middle. I couldn’t decide blueberry or cherry.
I understand it is best to make day of . But should it be refrigerated if not able to make the day of .
Hi Carrie… yes, because it has cream cheese as an ingredient, you’ll want to refrigerate whatever you don’t eat that day. Hope that helps!
Can you use fresh strawberries instead?
Hi Sarah ~ I haven’t tried yet, but if you do… let us know how it turns out!