Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.

Step 2: Spread the Strawberry Filling
Evenly spread the strawberry pie filling across the bottom of the baking dish.

Step 3: Prepare the Cream Cheese Mixture
In a bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Dollop spoonfuls of the mixture over the strawberry filling.

Step 4: Add the Cake Mix
Sprinkle the dry cake mix evenly over the top without stirring.

Step 5: Pour Butter and Milk
Drizzle the melted butter and milk evenly over the cake mix to moisten it. Do not stir—the layers will bake into a rich, creamy texture.

Step 6: Bake
Bake for 40-45 minutes until the top is golden brown and slightly crispy.

Step 7: Cool and Serve
Allow the cake to cool slightly before serving. Serve warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.