As the warm weather unfolds and strawberries hit their peak season, there’s no better way to celebrate the bounty of fruit than with a strawberry-vanilla dump cake. This dessert swaps the rich intensity of chocolate for the light, refreshing sweetness of strawberries, combined with the comforting flavor of vanilla cake. Made in a Crock-Pot, this cake comes together with minimal fuss, making it an ideal choice for any gathering or simply as a treat to enjoy at home. Below is a simple recipe that promises a moist, fluffy cake bursting with strawberry flavor, all with the convenience of slow cooking.
Strawberry-Vanilla Dump Cake
Servings: 6-8
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
Ingredients:
Two 21-ounce cans of strawberry pie filling
One 16-ounce package of white cake mix
½ cup of salted butter, melted
½ cup of sliced strawberries, for garnish (optional)
Fresh whipped cream, for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
Prepare the Crock-Pot: Begin by lightly greasing the inside of your Crock-Pot with nonstick cooking spray.
Layer the Strawberry Filling: Pour the strawberry pie filling into the bottom of the Crock-Pot, spreading it out to form an even layer.
Mix the Cake Topping: In a mixing bowl, combine the white cake mix with the melted butter. Stir the mixture until the butter is fully absorbed and the cake mix becomes crumbly
Assemble the Cake: Carefully transfer the crumbly cake mix over the strawberry filling in the Crock-Pot, spreading it evenly to cover the filling completely.
Cook the Cake: Cover the Crock-Pot with the lid and set it to cook on high power for 1 hour and 45 minutes. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center of the cake; it should come out clean. Then, turn the Crock-Pot to low and continue cooking for an additional 15 minutes.
Garnish and Serve: Once cooked, uncover the Crock-Pot and, if desired, decorate the top of the cake with sliced strawberries. Serve the cake warm in individual bowls, topped with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream for an extra indulgent touch.
Pro Tips:
Feel free to experiment with different types of fresh berries on top of the cake if strawberries are not available. Blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries make excellent alternatives.
To prevent excess moisture from forming inside the Crock-Pot, place two paper towels between the lid and the pot before cooking. This helps absorb condensation, ensuring your cake bakes perfectly.
This strawberry-vanilla dump cake recipe is a testament to the ease and delight of slow-cooked desserts. With fewer than five ingredients and almost no active preparation time, it’s a wonderful way to embrace the flavors of the season with minimal effort. Enjoy the lush sweetness of strawberries coupled with the light, airy texture of a perfectly baked vanilla cake, all from the comfort of your Crock-Pot.
Enjoy.