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Easter Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake

A delightful dessert that combines fresh strawberries with a creamy cheesecake layer and a buttery graham cracker topping, perfect for spring festivities.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Strawberry Base
  • 2 pounds Fresh Strawberries Choose ripe, red strawberries for the best taste and color.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Helps to macerate the strawberries.
Cheesecake Filling
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese, softened Ensure it’s softened for smooth mixing.
  • 14 ounces Sweetened Condensed Milk Adds sweetness and a creamy consistency.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Brightens the flavors and balances the sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances the flavor profile.
Topping
  • 1 box Graham Crackers, about 9 sheets Crushed into crumbs for the topping.
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter, melted Drizzle over the graham cracker topping.
  • optional Easter Sprinkles For a festive touch.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. Wash, hull, and slice the strawberries. Place the sliced strawberries in the prepared baking dish.
  3. Sprinkle the granulated sugar evenly over the strawberries.
Make the Cheesecake Filling
  1. In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth.
Assemble the Cake
  1. Pour the cheesecake mixture evenly over the layer of strawberries.
  2. Crush the graham crackers into fine crumbs.
  3. Sprinkle the graham cracker crumbs evenly over the cheesecake layer.
  4. Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the graham cracker crumbs.
Bake
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the cheesecake filling is set.
  2. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack.
Chill and Serve
  1. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2-3 hours before serving, or overnight for better texture.
  2. Garnish with sprinkles, whipped cream, or additional fresh strawberries before serving.

Notes

Allow the dump cake to chill for several hours or overnight for the best texture. Serve cold or at room temperature.