Get ready to revolutionize your dessert game with the most ridiculously simple yet mind-blowingly delicious strawberry dump cake you'll ever make! Imagine creating a mouthwatering dessert that looks like you spent hours in the kitchen, but actually takes just minutes to prepare. This Super Strawberry Dump Cake is about to become your new secret weapon for instant dessert gratification - no fancy baking skills required!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 45 mins
Total Time: 55 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh or frozen strawberries
- 1 box strawberry cake mix
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures that your cake will bake evenly and thoroughly.
- If using fresh strawberries, wash them thoroughly and remove the stems. Slice the strawberries into halves or quarters, depending on your preference. If using frozen strawberries, there's no need to thaw them; just measure out 2 cups directly from the freezer.
- In a 9x13-inch baking dish, evenly spread the sliced strawberries across the bottom. This will create a delicious fruity layer for your dump cake.
- Open the box of strawberry cake mix and sprinkle it evenly over the layer of strawberries. Make sure to cover the strawberries completely without mixing them in.
- Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the top of the cake mix. It's important to cover as much of the cake mix as possible to ensure it bakes evenly and forms a nice crust.
- Do not stir or mix the ingredients together; the beauty of a dump cake is in its simplicity. The butter will soak into the cake mix as it bakes, creating a delightful texture.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the cake is bubbling around the edges.
- Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool for about 10-15 minutes before serving. This will help the cake set a little and make it easier to serve.
- Serve warm, optionally topped with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an extra treat. Enjoy your Super Strawberry Dump Cake!
Tips
- Use fresh or frozen strawberries - both work perfectly! If using frozen, don't waste time thawing them.
- For extra richness, use high-quality butter and consider using unsalted butter to control the cake's sweetness.
- Don't mix the ingredients! The magic of a dump cake is in its layered, rustic appearance.
- Check the cake around 40 minutes to prevent over-browning. Every oven is slightly different.
- Let the cake cool for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow it to set and make cutting easier.
- For a gourmet touch, serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
- Store any leftovers in the refrigerator and reheat slightly before serving for the best texture.
- This recipe is incredibly forgiving - even baking novices can't mess it up!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 35mg
