Easy & Delicious Viral Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake Recipe
This Easy & Delicious Viral Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake combines the creamy richness of cheesecake with the moist sweetness of yellow cake mix and fresh strawberries. It requires minimal prep, making it perfect for a quick and impressive dessert that bakes to bubbly, golden perfection.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Total Time: 50-55 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Cheesecake Layer
- 1 package cream cheese (8 oz), softened
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk (14 oz)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Fruit Layer
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
Cake Layer
- 1 box yellow cake mix (or cupcake mix for extra fluffiness)
Topping
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- Optional: powdered sugar or whipped cream for topping
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease your baking dish to prevent sticking and gather all the ingredients so they are ready for assembly.
- Make Cheesecake Mixture: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add the sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract, then mix thoroughly until the mixture is fully combined and velvety.
- Assemble Layers: Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Evenly sprinkle the yellow cake mix on top of the cream cheese layer. Arrange the sliced strawberries in a single layer over the cake mix.
- Add Butter: Drizzle the melted unsalted butter evenly over the top of all the layers to ensure the cake bakes moist and golden.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the top is bubbly and golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool slightly before serving. Optionally, dust with powdered sugar or top with whipped cream for added sweetness and presentation.
Notes
- For extra fluffy texture, use cupcake mix instead of regular cake mix.
- Ensure the cream cheese is fully softened for a smooth cheesecake mixture.
- Do not stir the layers after assembling; the ‘dump cake’ method relies on layering ingredients.
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor, or substitute with frozen berries (thawed and drained) if out of season.
- Allow the cake to cool slightly to help it set before serving for cleaner slices.
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