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Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake Recipe

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This Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake is a delightful and easy-to-make dessert featuring layers of tangy lemon pie filling, creamy cream cheese, and a buttery yellow cake mix that bakes into a golden, bubbly, and comforting treat. Perfect for gatherings or a simple family dessert, it combines sweet and tart flavors with a creamy texture and a crisp cake topping.

Ingredients

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Filling

  • 2 (21-ounce) cans lemon pie filling

Cake Layer

  • 1 (15.25-ounce) box yellow cake mix
  • 1 (8-ounce) block cream cheese, cut into small cubes

Other

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • Cooking spray, for greasing

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly coat a 9 x 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Layer the Filling: Evenly spread the two cans of lemon pie filling over the bottom of the prepared baking dish to create a flavorful base.
  3. Add Cake Mix & Cream Cheese: Sprinkle half of the dry yellow cake mix evenly over the lemon pie filling. Then, distribute the cubed cream cheese scattered evenly across the top. Finally, sprinkle the remaining dry cake mix over the cream cheese layer, covering it uniformly.
  4. Add Butter: Pour the melted unsalted butter evenly over the entire surface of the cake mix layers. Aim to cover as much of the surface as possible with the butter to help everything meld together as it bakes.
  5. Shake: Gently shake or tilt the baking dish a little to allow the melted butter to seep into gaps and prevent dry spots, making sure the butter is distributed throughout the top layers.
  6. Bake: Place the baking dish in your preheated oven and bake for 50 to 55 minutes. Bake until the top layer is golden brown and bubbly, indicating the cake and filling are cooked through.
  7. Cool and Serve: Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool for about 10 minutes. This dessert is best served warm for a rich, creamy texture with the perfect balance of lemon tang and cake sweetness.

Notes

  • You can use regular cream cheese or light cream cheese for a lighter option.
  • Make sure to evenly distribute the butter to avoid dry spots on top.
  • For added texture, consider topping with whipped cream or fresh lemon zest when serving.
  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and reheat gently before serving.

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