Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box yellow cake mix (about 15.25 oz)
- 2 cans (21 oz each) strawberry pie filling
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced (optional, for garnish)
- Whipped cream (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- Layer the Strawberry Filling: Pour both cans of strawberry pie filling into the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Spread it out evenly using a spatula or the back of a spoon to ensure the entire bottom is covered.
- Prepare the Cheesecake Layer: In a medium mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth. Add the granulated sugar and vanilla extract, and continue to mix until the ingredients are fully incorporated and the mixture is creamy.
- Add the Cheesecake Layer: Spoon the cream cheese mixture over the strawberry filling in dollops, and then gently spread it to create an even layer. Don’t worry if it’s not perfect; it will spread more as it bakes.
- Sprinkle the Cake Mix: Evenly sprinkle the dry cake mix over the cream cheese layer, making sure it covers the entire surface of the dish. This dry layer will transform into a delicious, golden crust during baking.
- Add the Butter: Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the top of the dry cake mix. Try to cover as much of the surface as possible, as this will help the cake mix bake into a crispy, golden topping.
- Bake the Cake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly. The cake should have a slightly crisp top, and the edges should be bubbling with the strawberry filling.
- Cool and Serve: Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool for at least 15-20 minutes before serving. This allows the layers to set slightly and makes it easier to slice. Serve warm or at room temperature with a dollop of whipped cream and fresh strawberries for garnish, if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 28g
- Fat: 16g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g