High-Protein Strawberry Shortcake Dump Cake
Who says you can’t have your cake and eat it too? Especially when it’s this High-Protein Strawberry Shortcake Dump Cake that tastes like a summer day wrapped in a sweet, protein-packed dessert.
I mean, let’s be real—strawberries, cake, and whipped cream? That’s basically the holy trinity of desserts.
But here’s the kicker: this cake is secretly healthy! It’s packed with protein, so you can feel good about sneaking that extra slice (or two).
There’s something magical about the combination of light, fluffy cake and juicy, fresh strawberries. It’s the kind of dessert that makes you want to kick back on a porch swing, sip lemonade, and pretend life is simple and stress-free.
And since this is a dump cake, you don’t even have to mess with layers or complicated baking techniques. Just dump, stir, bake, and voilà—you’ve got a crowd-pleaser (or a personal-sized indulgence, no judgment here) in no time.
So, go ahead and whip up this cake for your next BBQ, picnic, or “treat yourself” moment.
Trust me, it’s the sweet, fruity fix you didn’t know you needed.
High-Protein Strawberry Shortcake Dump Cake
Equipment
- 1 9" x 13" baking dish or pan
Ingredients
- 1 box vanilla or white cake mix
- 2 scoops strawberry or vanilla-flavored protein powder
- 1 cup Greek yogurt vanilla or plain
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 2 cups fresh or frozen strawberries sliced
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 cup water
- Whipped cream or Greek yogurt for topping optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 baking dish.
- Dump the cake mix, protein powder, and baking powder into the dish. Stir lightly to combine.
- Add Greek yogurt, almond milk, vanilla extract, and water. Stir until just mixed.
- Spread the strawberries evenly over the top of the batter.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until your kitchen smells like summer and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let it cool for 10 minutes before topping with whipped cream or a dollop of Greek yogurt—because why not?
Notes
Nutrition
Diva's Finishing Flourishes
Swap the strawberries for mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries, blackberries) for a berry medley version.
Add a tablespoon of lemon zest to the batter for a zingy, summery twist.
Layer the baked cake with Greek yogurt or whipped cream between slices for a true shortcake experience.
Presentation Suggestions:
Serve with a generous dollop of whipped cream (or Greek yogurt if you’re feeling extra virtuous) and garnish with fresh strawberry slices on top.
Add a little mint sprig for that “I totally planned this” fancy look.
Want all the flavor of strawberry shortcake with a protein twist? T
his High-Protein Strawberry Shortcake Dump Cake is the dessert you’ve been dreaming of—so get baking!
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