Quick and Easy Strawberry Dump Cake
This is the BEST Strawberry Dump Cake Recipe! It’s a delicious dessert made from just a few ingredients. One of the easiest recipes you can make!
I like to describe this easy dump cake recipe as a strawberry cobbler, but easier!
This easy recipe is made from simple ingredients! You will need a box of cake mix, butter, fresh fruit (I used sliced strawberries) and pie filling.
I truly think that this is the BEST dump cake recipe because strawberries are a favorite in our house. Dump cake recipes are like easier versions of a fruit cobbler.
This dump cake is the perfect dessert to make when you want to make something sweet, but don’t want to break out the measuring cups! You can throw this easy recipe together in less than 5 minutes.
Recipe Substitutions:
One of the best ways to play with this recipe is to swap out different cake mixes. Substitute a box of yellow cake mix or a box of white cake mix instead. Or double down on the strawberry flavor and use a strawberry cake mix.
Chocolate Strawberry Dump Cake: Use chocolate cake mix for a chocolate covered strawberry twist.
Strawberry Lemonade Dump Cake:Use a lemon cake mix.
Try out a different type of pie filling instead of the strawberry filling! Blueberry, peach or cherry pie filling are delicious. You can also get creative and combine flavors.
Swap out the fresh berries for other berries, like blackberries or raspberries.
This recipe is easily made gluten-free with a gluten-free cake mix.
Looking for other dump cake recipes? I recommend: Peach Dump Cake | Blackberry Dump Cake | Pineapple Dump Cake | Blueberry Cobbler Dump Cake | Chocolate Cherry Dump Cake
Recipe Additions:
Add chopped nuts like pecans, walnuts or almonds on the top of the cake mix.
Add cinnamon or nutmeg to the cake mix or sprinkle on top of the fruit.
Add 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the pie filling. It just enhances the sweet strawberry flavor!
Looking for other strawberry desserts? I recommend my Easy Strawberry Freezer Jam or Deep Dish Strawberry Pie.
Serving Suggestions:
This easy dump cake recipe is delicious with vanilla, strawberry or chocolate ice cream. Make your own black ice cream that tastes like an Oreo cookie for an amazing chocolate/strawberry pairing!
Or, top with whipped cream and a few fresh strawberry slices.
It’s vibrant red color makes it a wonderful dessert for Valentine’s Day, especially when served with a refreshing Strawberry Mojito cocktail! Or, top this cobbler with whipped cream and blueberries for a patriotic twist.
Looking for another easy dessert recipe? I recommend these Berry Patriotic 4th of July Trifles.
Storing Leftovers
Once the dump cake has cooled, cover it with plastic wrap or aluminum foil. You can store this delicious strawberry dessert in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
You can freeze leftovers as well, once cooled. Place in a freezer-safe airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months. Allow to thaw in the refrigerator overnight, then reheat in the oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 10-15 minutes.
Easy Strawberry Dump Cake
This is the BEST Strawberry Dump Cake Recipe! It's a delicious dessert and one of the easiest recipes you can make.
Ingredients
- 3 cups fresh strawberries, chopped
- 2 (21-ounce) cans of strawberry pie filling
- 1 (15.25 ounce) box butter golden cake mix
- ¾ cup of salted butter, cold
For Topping:
- whipped cream
- vanilla ice cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with baking spray.
- Spread the fresh strawberries evenly over the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Scoop the cans of strawberry pie filling into the bottom of the baking dish and use a rubber spatula to spread it evenly on top of the strawberries.
- Sprinkle on the butter golden cake mix as evenly as possible on top of the pie filling. If necessary, use a spatula to spread it out.
- Cut the cold butter into thin, even squares. Place the thin slices of butter evenly across the top of the cake mix.
- Bake in preheated oven for 35-45 minutes or until golden brown all over the top and bubbly on the sides.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool for at least 10-15 minutes.
- Serve warm topped with Cool Whip or a big scoop of vanilla ice cream!
Notes
If you are worried about dry spots, you can always melt the butter. Then, pour the melted butter over the top of the dry cake mix.
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Nutrition Information
Yield 12 Serving Size 1Amount Per Serving Calories 339Total Fat 17gSaturated Fat 10gTrans Fat 1gUnsaturated Fat 5gCholesterol 41mgSodium 442mgCarbohydrates 46gFiber 2gSugar 26gProtein 3g
The nutrition for this recipe is calculated by an app and may be incorrect.
Could the butter be cut into the cake mix and the mixture sprinkled over the strawberries?
Hi Sherene! Yes, this works just as well, sort of like a crumble topping. Good luck!