Description
Indulge in the delightful Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake Recipe, a perfect blend of creamy goodness and zesty lemon flavor. This simple dessert combines layers of buttery yellow cake mix, tangy lemon pie filling, and rich cream cheese, creating a treat that is both satisfying and impressive. Ideal for potlucks, family gatherings, or casual get-togethers, this cake is sure to become a favorite among friends and family. With minimal prep time and easy-to-follow instructions, you can whip up this crowd-pleaser without any hassle. Enhance your experience by serving it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or fresh berries for an extra touch of sweetness. Try this easy lemon dessert today and enjoy its refreshing flavors!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1.5 to 2 cans (21 oz) lemon pie filling
- 12 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg
- Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, mix the yellow cake mix with melted butter until crumbly. Spread half of this mixture in the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Evenly spread the lemon pie filling over the cake base.
- In another bowl, beat together softened cream cheese, sugar, egg, vanilla extract, and lemon zest until smooth. Spoon this over the lemon layer.
- Sprinkle the remaining cake mix mixture on top.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and set.
- Allow to cool for at least 45 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg