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4-Ingredient Slow Cooker Strawberry Dessert

A delightful and easy dessert featuring warm strawberries topped with a cake-like finish, perfect for National Ice Cream Day.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 bag (16 ounces) frozen strawberry slices Use frozen strawberries for best results.
  • 1 box (15.25 ounces) white or yellow cake mix Feel free to experiment with different flavors.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted Can also use nonstick spray to coat the slow cooker.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Lightly coat the inside of a 4- to 6-quart slow cooker with butter or nonstick spray.
  2. Spread the frozen strawberry slices evenly across the bottom.
  3. Stir the vanilla extract into the melted butter.
  4. Sprinkle the dry cake mix evenly over the strawberries.
  5. Drizzle the butter mixture over the top as evenly as possible.
Cooking
  1. Cover and cook on high for 2 to 2 1/2 hours, or on low for 4 to 5 hours.
  2. It's done when the strawberries are bubbly and the topping is set and lightly golden.
Serving
  1. Let the dessert rest uncovered for 10 to 15 minutes before spooning it into bowls.
  2. Serve warm on its own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Notes

This dessert can be customized with nuts or mini chocolate chips. Serve warm with whipped cream or fresh mint for added flair.