Description
Cherry Cheesecake Dump Cake is a dreamy dessert that combines the tangy goodness of cherries with a creamy cheesecake layer, all topped off with a buttery cake mix crust. This quick and easy recipe is the ultimate comfort dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Spread the cherry pie filling evenly in the bottom of a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Dollop the cream cheese mixture over the cherry filling, spreading it gently to cover as much as possible.
- Sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix evenly over the cream cheese layer.
- Drizzle the melted butter over the cake mix, ensuring it covers as much of the mix as possible.
- If using, sprinkle the chopped pecans and ground cinnamon on top for added flavor and crunch.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the cake is set.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- For the best texture, make sure the cream cheese is fully softened before beating.
- Consider experimenting with different pie fillings and cake mixes for variety.
- This cake can be served warm or cold, each offering a different delightful experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: Cherry Cheesecake Dump Cake, simple dessert, cake mix, cream cheese