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Recipe for a Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake with only 4 ingredients!





This Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake is a tangy, creamy, and irresistibly easy dessert that requires just four ingredients! Perfect for a quick treat or a last-minute dessert, this cake comes together effortlessly with no need for complicated steps.

Ingredients

  • 1 box (15.25 oz) lemon cake mix
  • 2 cans (21 oz each) lemon pie filling
  • 1 block (8 oz) cream cheese, softened and cubed
  • 1 stick (½ cup) unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.

2. Layer the Ingredients

  1. Spread the lemon pie filling evenly across the bottom of the baking dish.
  2. Scatter the cubed cream cheese evenly over the lemon pie filling.
  3. Sprinkle the dry lemon cake mix evenly on top of the cream cheese and pie filling. Do not mix.
  4. Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the dry cake mix.

3. Bake

  • Bake in the preheated oven for 40–45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.

4. Cool and Serve

  • Let the cake cool for about 10 minutes before serving.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Tips for the Best Dump Cake

  1. Even Distribution: Make sure the melted butter covers as much of the cake mix as possible for a golden crust.
  2. Cream Cheese Texture: If you prefer a smoother texture, soften the cream cheese and dollop it evenly before adding the cake mix.
  3. Extra Tang: Add a sprinkle of lemon zest on top before baking for a burst of citrus flavor.

Variations

  • Add Berries: Sprinkle fresh blueberries or raspberries over the pie filling before adding the cake mix for a fruity twist.
  • Vanilla Glaze: Drizzle a simple glaze (powdered sugar mixed with milk) over the cooled cake for extra sweetness.

Storage

  • Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat: Warm individual portions in the microwave for 15–20 seconds.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Super Easy: Minimal effort with big results.
  • Deliciously Tangy: Perfect balance of sweet and tart.
  • Crowd-Pleaser: Great for parties, potlucks, or any occasion.

Enjoy the creamy, tangy goodness of this Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake and watch it disappear from the dessert table! 🍋🍰✨