5-Ingredient Strawberry Dump Cake

Description

This 5-Ingredient Strawberry Dump Cake is one of the easiest desserts you’ll ever make! Sweet strawberry pie filling is layered with buttery cake mix and baked until golden, bubbly, and crisp on top. It’s rich, fruity, comforting, and perfect for parties, holidays, or quick family desserts with minimal effort.

Ingredients

2 cans (21 oz each) strawberry pie filling
1 box vanilla or yellow cake mix
1 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ cup fresh strawberries, sliced (optional for extra flavor)

Optional Toppings:

Whipped cream
Vanilla ice cream
Powdered sugar

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Spread strawberry pie filling evenly into the bottom of the dish.
Add sliced fresh strawberries if using.
Sprinkle dry cake mix evenly over the strawberry layer. Do not stir.
Drizzle melted butter evenly across the top, covering as much cake mix as possible.
Add vanilla extract over the butter layer.
Bake for 40–45 minutes or until the top is golden brown and bubbly around the edges.
Let cool slightly before serving.
Serve warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Servings

Serves 10–12

Prep & Cook Time

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Bake Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes

Nutritional Information (Per Serving Approx.)

Calories: 320
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fat: 15g
Sugar: 28g
Protein: 2g
Fiber: 1g

Benefits

Only 5 simple ingredients
Perfect beginner-friendly dessert
Quick preparation with no mixing bowls needed
Great for parties, potlucks, and holidays
Easily customizable with other fruits

Tips

Use cold butter slices instead of melted butter for a crispier topping.
Add chopped nuts for extra crunch.
Strawberry and cream cheese make a delicious variation.
Best served warm for the ultimate gooey texture.

Flavor Variations

Add blueberries for a berry blend
Use chocolate cake mix for a richer dessert
Mix in cream cheese cubes for creamy bites
Top with crushed cookies or almonds

Q&A

Why is it called a dump cake?

Because you simply “dump” all the ingredients into the baking dish without complicated mixing.

Can I use fresh strawberries instead of pie filling?

Yes, but combine them with sugar and cornstarch to create a thicker filling.

Can I make it ahead of time?

Yes. Bake ahead and reheat before serving.

How do I store leftovers?

Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Can I freeze dump cake?

Yes, freeze in an airtight container for up to 2 months.

Serving Ideas

Serve warm with vanilla ice cream
Add whipped cream and fresh berries
Pair with coffee or tea
Drizzle with white chocolate for extra sweetness