Description
Sweet strawberry cheesecake dump cake delivers pure dessert magic in one effortless pan. Creamy layers of tangy cream cheese and luscious strawberries meld perfectly, creating an irresistible treat you can’t wait to savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 box strawberry cake mix
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
Dairy and Binding Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) butter, melted
- 2 cups (240 grams) powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping:
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- Vanilla ice cream (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 350°F (175°C) and coating a 9×13 inch baking dish with non-stick spray.
- Arrange fresh strawberry slices in an even layer across the bottom of the prepared dish.
- Using an electric mixer, whip cream cheese until completely smooth and creamy.
- Incorporate powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and melted butter into the cream cheese, blending until thoroughly combined and uniform.
- Gently pour the cream cheese mixture over the strawberry layer, ensuring complete coverage.
- Evenly distribute the dry cake mix across the cream cheese layer, creating a light, textured surface.
- Sprinkle chopped pecans generously over the cake mix for added crunch and flavor.
- Transfer the dish to the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, watching for a golden-brown top that indicates doneness.
- Remove from oven and let cool slightly. Serve warm, optionally accompanied by a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream for an indulgent finish.
Notes
- Opt for fresh, ripe strawberries to enhance the fruity flavor and vibrant color of the dessert.
- Soften cream cheese at room temperature for 30 minutes before mixing to ensure a smooth, lump-free texture.
- Experiment with alternative nut toppings like almonds or walnuts for different flavor profiles and added crunch.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free cake mix and ensure all ingredients are certified gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 475 kcal
- Sugar: 44 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 55 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg