If you’re craving an easy dessert that’s bursting with fruity flavor, this Strawberry Dump Cake is just what you need!
Made with simple ingredients like strawberry pie filling, cake mix, and butter, it’s the perfect no-fuss recipe for busy days, last-minute guests, or when you just want something sweet without the effort.
Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and watch it disappear—this is one dessert everyone will love!
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With its golden, buttery topping and sweet strawberry filling, this dump cake is both comforting and crowd-pleasing.
No mixing bowls or complicated steps—just layer, bake, and enjoy a warm, gooey dessert that tastes like summer in every bite!
Looking for more Easy Desserts? Try my Strawberry Bundt Cake, Peach Cake with Cake Mix, and even my Strawberry Cake Mix Cookies. Yum!
Table of Contents
- My Easy Recipe Tips for Dump Cake Success
- Kitchen Tool Spotlight
- My Kitchen Tools Essentials
- Main Ingredients Needed
- Substitutions and Variations
- Step-by-Step Instructions
- Why Use Cream Soda in Dump Cake?
- Baking Instructions
- LOVE this recipe? SAVE it for Later!
- Recipe FAQ's
- How to Store, Freeze and Reheat
- More Recipes You'll Love!
- 📖 Recipe Card
- Food Safety Tips:
- 💬 Comments
My Easy Recipe Tips for Dump Cake Success
Use Melted or Sliced Butter: For an even, golden topping, drizzle melted butter or evenly place thin slices of butter over the dry cake mix—don’t stir!
Don’t Mix the Layers: Resist the urge to stir the ingredients together. Layering is key to getting that crisp, buttery topping and gooey fruit base.
Choose the Right Dish: Use a 9x13-inch baking dish for even cooking. Greasing the dish lightly helps with cleanup and prevents sticking.
Customize the Filling: Swap the fruit filling based on the season or your favorites—cherry, apple, blueberry, or peach all work great.
Add Crunch or Texture: Sprinkle chopped nuts, oats, or shredded coconut over the top before baking for a fun twist.
Serve with a Scoop: This dessert is best served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for extra indulgence!
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Main Ingredients Needed
Below is a quick preview of the ingredients you’ll need. For exact amounts, check the recipe card below. You can also use the "Shopping List button" to create a printable shopping list, or the "Get Ingredients button" in the recipe card to order groceries online.
Substitutions and Variations
- Cake Mix: No strawberry cake mix? No problem! You can easily use white, yellow, vanilla for a different flavor twist.
- Pie Filling: Swap out the strawberry pie filling for blueberry, apple, cherry, or peach—any canned fruit filling works great in a dump cake.
- Toppings & Add-Ins: Add a little crunch with chopped pecans, walnuts, or sliced almonds. For extra flavor and texture, sprinkle shredded coconut or even mini chocolate chips on top before baking.
- Lemon-Lime Soda (like Sprite or 7UP): Adds a light, citrusy flavor that pairs well with fruity fillings.
- Ginger Ale: A mild, sweet option that keeps the texture similar without overpowering the flavor.
- Strawberry or Cherry Soda: Enhances the berry flavor and adds a fun twist!
This recipe has not been tested with other substitutions or variations. If you replace or add any ingredients, please let me know how it turned out in the comments below!
Step-by-Step Instructions
This section provides step-by-step photos and instructions to guide you through the recipe. For the complete printable version, scroll down to the recipe card below.
Step 1: Pour the pie filling into a 9x13 baking dish.
Step 2: Pour the cream soda into bowl with the cake mix.
Why Use Cream Soda in Dump Cake?
Cream soda is used in this recipe to add both moisture and sweetness without the need for eggs or milk.
The carbonation in cream soda helps create a soft, fluffy texture, while its vanilla flavor enhances the fruit filling—especially strawberry—for a rich, bakery-style taste with minimal effort.
Step 3: Whisk until combined.
Step 4: Evenly spread the cake mix over the pie filling.
Baking Instructions
Step 5: Bake at 375°F for 35-38 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
Step 6: Top with whipped topping and a fresh strawberry if desired and serve.
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Recipe FAQ's
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Yes, but you'll need to cook them down with sugar and a bit of cornstarch to create a similar consistency.
Yes, just use a gluten-free cake mix and double-check your pie filling for gluten-containing additives.
How to Store, Freeze and Reheat
Refrigerate: Let the dump cake cool completely, then cover and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Freezer: Wrap tightly with plastic wrap and foil or place in a freezer-safe container. Freeze for up to 2 months.
Thaw and Reheat: Thaw overnight in the refrigerator. Reheat individual servings in the microwave or warm the entire dish in a 300°F oven for 10–15 minutes until heated through.
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Strawberry Dump Cake
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Ingredients
- 1 (15 ounce) box strawberry cake mix
- 2 (21 ounce) cans strawberry pie filling
- 1 (12 ounce) can cream soda
- 8 ounces whipped topping
- sliced fresh strawberries, optional
Method
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Add pie filling to a 9x13 baking dish.
- Add cake mix to a large mixing bowl.
- Pour soda over cake mix and whisk together.
- Bake uncovered for 35-38 minutes or until cake layer is baked through (a toothpick comes out clean).
- Cut into equal-sized pieces, top each piece with dollop of whipped topping (and optional strawberry slice) then serve.
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Notes
- You can substitute the cake mix, soda, or canned pie fruit for other varieties.
- You can choose not to mix the soda and cake mix together before baking. Just pour cake mix over pie filling layer in baking dish, then pour soda over cake mix. This may cause slight cracking in the baking process.
- For an even, golden topping, drizzle melted butter or evenly place thin slices of butter over the dry cake mix—don’t stir!
- Resist the urge to stir the ingredients together. Layering is key to getting that crisp, buttery topping and gooey fruit base.
- Use a 9x13-inch baking dish for even cooking. Greasing the dish lightly helps with cleanup and prevents sticking.
- To store, cover and place in refrigerator for up to 4 or 5 days.
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Let us know how it was!Food Safety Tips:
- Bake goods to their recommended internal temperature, typically 165°F (74°C) or higher for safety.
- Use separate utensils and surfaces for raw ingredients, especially eggs, to prevent cross-contamination.
- Wash your hands thoroughly after handling raw dough or eggs.
- Avoid leaving baked goods or raw dough at room temperature for extended periods.
- Never leave the oven unattended while baking.
- Choose oils with a high smoking point to minimize the release of harmful compounds.
- Ensure good ventilation when using a gas stove when using an oven or gas stove to maintain a safe cooking environment.
sylvester says
I love this recipe because it's simple yet delicious!
Catherine Sokolowski says
This looks really good. I will be making it very soon!
Lois says
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