Description
If you’re looking for a dessert that’s as easy to make as it is delicious, this Easy Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake is the perfect choice. With minimal ingredients and no need for fancy techniques, this zesty treat comes together in minutes, delivering a delightful balance of tangy lemon and creamy sweetness. Perfect for gatherings, potlucks, or a quick weeknight dessert, this cake is sure to impress.
Ingredients
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- Lemon Cake Mix: 1 box (for a bright and citrusy base)
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- Lemon Pie Filling: 1 (21 oz) can (provides tangy lemon flavor)
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- Cream Cheese: 8 oz, softened (adds a rich, creamy layer)
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- Unsalted Butter: 1/2 cup, melted (helps create a golden, buttery topping)
Instructions
Preparing the Cake
- Preheat the Oven: Adjust your oven temperature to 350°F (175°C). Prepare the Dish: Lightly coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with grease to avoid sticking.
- Layer the Ingredients:
- Layer the Filling: Evenly distribute the lemon pie filling over the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Drop spoonfuls of softened cream cheese over the pie filling and gently spread to create an even layer.
- Add the Cake Mix: Evenly sprinkle the dry lemon cake mix over the cream cheese layer, making sure it covers the surface completely.
- Add the Butter: Pour the melted butter evenly over the cake mix, ensuring full coverage. As it bakes, the butter will create a golden and slightly crispy topping.
Baking the Cake
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbling.
- Cool Slightly: Allow the cake to cool for 10-15 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for easy spreading.
- Drizzle butter evenly over the cake mix to prevent dry spots.
- Allow the cake to cool slightly before serving to help the layers set.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 280 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
Keywords: Easy Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake, Lemon Cake Recipe, Cream Cheese Lemon Dessert, Simple Lemon Dessert