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Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake : Ultimate Dessert


  • Author: Lyndy kitchen
  • Total Time: 50

Description

If you’re craving a dessert that’s tangy, creamy, sweet, and downright effortless, this Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake is calling your name.


Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients:

  • 1 box lemon cake mix (about 15.25 oz)
  • 1 can lemon pie filling (about 21 oz)
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened and cut into cubes
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted

Optional Additions:

  • Zest of one lemon (for extra zing)
  • Powdered sugar, for dusting
  • Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for serving

Instructions

1. Preheat and Prepare Your Dish
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray or butter.

2. Layer the Lemon Pie Filling
Spread the can of lemon pie filling evenly on the bottom of the baking dish.

3. Add the Cream Cheese
Place the cubed cream cheese evenly across the top of the pie filling. If you want a sweeter result, mix the cream cheese with granulated sugar first for a sweetened tang.

4. Sprinkle the Cake Mix
Evenly sprinkle the lemon cake mix directly over the filling and cream cheese. Do not stir.

5. Add Melted Butter
Drizzle the melted butter over the top of the cake mix as evenly as possible. Try to cover as much of the dry mix as you can.

6. Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the edges are bubbly.

7. Cool Slightly and Serve
Let it cool for 10 to 15 minutes before serving. Serve warm or at room temperature with a dollop of whipped cream or scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Notes

  • Soften your cream cheese: Cold cream cheese won’t melt as well. Let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before using.
  • Don’t stir the layers: The magic of a dump cake lies in keeping the layers distinct. Just layer and bake.
  • Try lemon zest: Adding fresh lemon zest intensifies the citrus flavor and adds a fragrant, gourmet touch.
  • Prep Time: 5
  • Cook Time: 45
  • Category: Dessert
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 12
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Fat: 8g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 1g

Keywords: Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake