Description
A simple, decadent dessert combining rich chocolate cake and sweet strawberry pie filling. Perfect for last-minute gatherings, this dump cake is easy to make with a box mix or from scratch. Serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream for extra indulgence.
Ingredients
🛒 Ingredients (for one 9×13-inch pan):
For the Cake Layer:
1 box (about 15.25 oz) chocolate cake mix (or devil’s food cake mix)
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
1/2 cup milk
For the Filling:
2 cans (21 oz each) strawberry pie filling
Optional: 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Topping:
1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional, walnuts or pecans)
1/2 cup chocolate chips or chunks (optional)
Instructions
📝 Instructions:
Step 1: Preheat & Prepare
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
Step 2: Layer the Filling
Spread the strawberry pie filling evenly in the bottom of the pan.
Step 3: Mix & Pour Cake Batter
In a medium bowl, combine cake mix, melted butter, and milk. Pour batter evenly over the strawberry layer. Use a spatula or back of a spoon to gently spread, but some strawberry filling may peek through — that’s perfect!
Step 4: Add Toppings
Sprinkle chocolate chips and/or nuts on top if using.
Step 5: Bake
Bake 40–45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the cake (not filling) comes out mostly clean.
Step 6: Serve
Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm with whipped cream or ice cream for extra indulgence.
Notes
- From Scratch Option: Use homemade chocolate cake batter instead of a box mix for a richer flavor.
- Fruit Variations: Try chocolate raspberry dump cake or chocolate blueberry dump cake.
- Make Ahead: Can be baked a day in advance; store covered at room temperature or in the fridge.
- Diet Tip: Vegetarian-friendly dessert.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30–35 minutes
- Category: Dessert / Cake
- Method: Baked / Layered / Easy Dump Cake
- Cuisine: American