Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake

Indulge in the deliciousness of this easy and scrumptious dessert recipe that combines the flavors of strawberry and cheesecake in a delightful dump cake.

Ingredients:

• 1 box strawberry cake mix
• 2 cups fresh strawberries, diced
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 1/4 cup milk

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
2. Spread diced strawberries evenly on the bottom of the baking dish.
3. In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and milk until smooth.
4. Pour the cream cheese mixture over the strawberries.
5. Sprinkle the cake mix evenly over the cream cheese mixture.
6. Drizzle melted butter over the cake mix.
7. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
8. Let cool before serving.

Popular questions:

• Can I use frozen strawberries instead of fresh ones?

Yes, you can use frozen strawberries, just make sure to thaw and drain them before using in the recipe.

• Can I substitute the cream cheese with a dairy-free alternative?

You can try using a dairy-free cream cheese substitute for a lactose-free version of this dessert.

• Is it okay to use a different flavor of cake mix?

Feel free to experiment with different cake mix flavors to create unique variations of this dump cake.

• Can I add nuts or chocolate chips to the recipe?

You can customize this dessert by adding your favorite toppings like nuts or chocolate chips before baking.

Helpful tips:

• For extra decadence, top the baked dump cake with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
• Switch up the fruit by using raspberries, blueberries, or a mix of berries for a different flavor profile.
• For a crunchy texture, add a layer of crushed graham crackers on top of the cake mix before baking.

Expert Secrets:

• Ensure that the cream cheese is fully softened to room temperature to create a smooth and creamy mixture.
• To prevent the cake mix from drying out, make sure to drizzle the melted butter evenly over the top.
• Allow the dump cake to cool slightly before serving to let the flavors meld together for the best taste.