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Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake

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  • Author: Amy
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
  • Total Time: 55-60 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: Dessert, Cake
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

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.