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Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake Recipe

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This Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake is an easy and delicious dessert combining tangy lemon pie filling, creamy sweetened cream cheese, and a buttery cake topping. It’s perfect for quick baking with minimal prep, yielding a moist, flavorful cake with a luscious lemon cream cheese layer.

Ingredients

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Filling

  • 1 (21 oz) can lemon pie filling

Cream Cheese Mixture

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar

Topping

  • 1 box yellow cake mix
  • ½ cup butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare dish: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
  2. Layer lemon filling: Spread the lemon pie filling evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish, creating a smooth, consistent layer.
  3. Prepare cream cheese mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar, mixing until smooth and creamy without lumps for a sweet tangy layer.
  4. Spread cream cheese topping: Drop spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture on top of the lemon filling, then gently spread to cover the filling without disturbing it too much.
  5. Add dry cake mix: Evenly sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix over the cream cheese layer, forming a uniform layer on top.
  6. Drizzle melted butter: Pour the melted butter evenly over the cake mix. This will moisten the dry cake mix and create a golden crust when baked.
  7. Bake the cake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40–45 minutes until the top is golden brown and bubbly, indicating the cake is cooked through.
  8. Cool and serve: Allow the cake to cool slightly before serving to let layers set and flavors meld for the best texture and taste.

Notes

  • Use softened cream cheese for easy mixing and smooth texture.
  • You can use any lemon pie filling brand you prefer.
  • Let the cake cool a bit to avoid burning your mouth and help the cake set.
  • This cake can be served warm or at room temperature.
  • For extra zest, add a teaspoon of lemon zest into the cream cheese mixture.

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