Description
This Fresh Strawberry Dump Cake is one of those magical recipes where you literally just “dump” everything into a baking dish, pop it in the oven, and out comes a golden, bubbly, fruity masterpiece.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ teaspoon salt (optional, for balance)
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional, for warmth)
Instructions
Step 1: Prep the Strawberries
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a 9×13-inch baking dish, toss the sliced strawberries with sugar, cornstarch, and vanilla extract. Spread them out evenly.
Step 2: Add the Cake Mix
- Sprinkle the dry cake mix evenly over the strawberries—do not stir!
- Drizzle the melted butter over the top, making sure to cover as much of the cake mix as possible.
Step 3: Bake Until Golden
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
- Let cool for at least 10 minutes before serving—it’s hot!