Make delicious Crock Pot Strawberry Dump Cake with minimal effort! Sweet strawberries and a golden cake topping come together perfectly in your slow cooker.
If you’re looking for a simple, fruity dessert that practically makes itself, this Crock Pot Strawberry Dump Cake is your new go-to. Juicy strawberries, a sweet buttery cake topping, and minimal effort come together in your slow cooker to create a warm, crowd-pleasing treat.
Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or anytime you want a homemade dessert without turning on the oven. If you love strawberries, also try 37 Strawberry Desserts.
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Why We Love Crock Pot Strawberry Dump Cake
- Kid-Approved – Everyone loves the sweet strawberry flavor and soft cake texture.
- Hands-Off Dessert – Just dump the ingredients in your slow cooker and let it do all the work.
- Juicy, Fruity Flavor – Sweet, tender strawberries pair perfectly with a buttery, golden cake topping.
- Perfect for Any Occasion – Ideal for potlucks, family dinners, holidays, or casual weekend treats.
- Minimal Ingredients, Maximum Taste – Simple pantry staples turn into a delicious, bakery-style dessert.
- Warm and Comforting – Served right from the slow cooker, it’s cozy, indulgent, and hard to resist.
Ingredients
- Strawberry pie filling – Provides sweet, juicy strawberries that form the fruity base of the dessert.
- White cake mix – Creates a soft, buttery topping that bakes over the fruit for a simple dump cake.
- Salted butter, melted – Adds richness, helps the cake topping crisp slightly, and enhances the overall flavor.
Step By Step Instructions
Step 1. Spread the strawberry pie filling evenly into the bottom of the crock pot.
Step 2. Next, combine cake mix and melted butter. Then crumble the mixture over the filling.
Step 3. Add the lid and allow to cook on high for 2-3 hours. The top should be slightly golden brown.
Step 4. It is delicious served warm with No Churn Vanilla Ice Cream.
Storage
Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container up to 4–5 days. Reheat slightly before serving to bring back the warm, soft texture.
Freezer: You can freeze individual portions by wrapping them tightly in plastic wrap and placing them in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before enjoying.
Best Served Warm: This dump cake tastes best when served warm from the slow cooker, but chilling slightly can make slicing easier for later servings.
Pro Tips
- Don’t overmix the cake topping. Simply sprinkle the dry cake mix and melted butter on top. No stirring needed.
- Check for doneness. The dump cake is ready when the topping is set and lightly golden around the edges.
- Let it rest before serving. Allowing it to sit for 10–15 minutes helps the juices thicken slightly and makes serving easier.
- Customize your topping. Add a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg to the cake mix for a warm, spiced twist.
- Add a scoop of ice cream. Serving warm with vanilla ice cream takes this dessert from delicious to irresistible.
More Crockpot Desserts
Whip up this easy, fruity, and buttery dessert in your slow cooker and enjoy warm, sweet strawberries with a golden cake topping—perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or any time you want a no-fuss dessert.
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Crockpot Strawberry Dump Cake
Ingredients
- 2 cans 21 ounce Strawberry Pie Filling ($6.46)
- 1 box White Cake mix 16.25 oz ($1.12)
- 1/2 cup Salted Butter ($0.86)
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Instructions
- Pour 2 cans (21 ounces each) of strawberry pie filling into the bottom of a 6-quart crock pot and spread into an even layer.
- In a mixing bowl, combine 1 box (16.25 ounces) white cake mix with ½ cup melted salted butter and stir until a crumbly mixture forms.
- Crumble the cake mix and butter mixture evenly over the strawberry pie filling in the crock pot.
- Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on high for 2–3 hours, or until the top of the cobbler is slightly golden brown.
- Serve warm as is or with ice cream and enjoy!
could i add some cream cheese on top of the pie filling?