Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake

Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake Recipe 

Ingredients:

- 1 can (21 ounces) strawberry pie filling

- 1 box (15.25 ounces) strawberry cake mix

- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened

- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted

- 1/2 cup powdered sugar

- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

- Optional: whipped cream, fresh strawberries

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:

   - Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick cooking spray.

2. Prepare the Cream Cheese Mixture:

   - In a mixing bowl, beat together 8 ounces softened cream cheese, 1/2 cup powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Set aside.

3. Assemble the Base:

   - Spread 1 can (21 ounces) of strawberry pie filling evenly in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

4. Add the Cream Cheese Layer:

   - Spoon dollops of the cream cheese mixture over the strawberry pie filling, spreading gently.

5. Prepare the Cake Mix Topping:

   - In a separate bowl, mix 1 box (15.25 ounces) of strawberry cake mix with 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter until well combined and crumbly.

6. Add the Topping:

   - Sprinkle the cake mix mixture evenly over the cream cheese layer.

7. Bake the Cake:

   - Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the edges are bubbly.

8. Cool and Serve:

   - Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

9. Optional Toppings:

   - Serve warm with a dollop of whipped cream and fresh strawberries, if desired.