Description
Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake is a deliciously simple dessert that combines tangy lemon pie filling with creamy cream cheese and a buttery cake mix topping. With minimal preparation and maximum flavor, this easy cake is perfect for gatherings or as a sweet treat at home.
Ingredients
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 1 can (21 oz) lemon pie filling
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Prepare the Cream Cheese Layer:
- In a medium bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
3. Assemble the Cake:
- Spread the lemon pie filling evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Dollop spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture over the lemon filling and spread gently to cover as much as possible.
- Sprinkle the dry cake mix evenly over the top, followed by the melted butter.
4. Bake:
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
5. Cool and Serve:
- Allow the cake to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Fruit Filling Variations: You can swap the lemon pie filling for other fruit fillings like cherry, blueberry, or peach for different flavor options.
- Nuts: Top with chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts before baking for extra crunch.
- Spices: Add a teaspoon of cinnamon or nutmeg to the cake mix for a warm, spiced flavor.
