Description
This Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake is an easy-to-make, delicious dessert that combines the tanginess of lemon with the creaminess of cream cheese. The cake mix creates a golden, crispy top, while the lemon pie filling and cream cheese form a luscious, gooey base. With minimal effort, this dessert will impress everyone at your next gathering!
Ingredients
1 (15.25 oz) box of lemon cake mix
2 (8 oz) packages of cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1 (21 oz) can of lemon pie filling
Optional: Butter (to dot the top of the cake)
Instructions
Preheat the oven:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Prepare the cream cheese layer:
2. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar together until smooth and well-combined.
Assemble the dump cake:
3. Spread the lemon pie filling evenly in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
4. Evenly spread the cream cheese mixture over the lemon pie filling layer.
5. Sprinkle the dry lemon cake mix evenly over the top (do not stir).
6. Dot the top of the cake with small pieces of butter if desired.
Bake the cake:
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the edges are slightly crispy.
8. Let the cake cool slightly before serving. Serve warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, if desired.
Notes
Toppings: For extra richness, top with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Flavor Variations: Feel free to experiment with different pie fillings such as cherry, blueberry, or peach.
Additional Add-ins: Add nuts like pecans or walnuts for a crunchy texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
