Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake

Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake is a super easy and delicious dessert that requires minimal effort but delivers big flavor. The creamy, tangy lemon filling pairs perfectly with the buttery, slightly crisp topping. Here’s a simple recipe to make this delightful dessert:

Ingredients:

• 1 box (15.25 oz) lemon cake mix

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened

• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted

• 1 can (21 oz) lemon pie filling (or lemon curd)

• 1/4 cup powdered sugar

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick cooking spray.

2. Prepare the Cream Cheese Mixture:

1. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.

2. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and beat again until fully combined.

3. Assemble the Cake:

1. Spread the lemon pie filling (or lemon curd) evenly on the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

2. Dollop spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture over the lemon filling. You don’t need to spread it out completely – it will melt and spread during baking.

3. Sprinkle the cake mix evenly over the cream cheese mixture. Don’t stir or mix; just sprinkle the dry cake mix over the top.

4. Pour the melted butter evenly over the cake mix. Again, don’t stir; the butter will soak through and create a golden, crispy topping as it bakes.

4. Bake the Cake:

1. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the cake has bubbled around the edges.

5. Cool and Serve:

1. Let the cake cool for about 15-20 minutes before serving. It will firm up a bit as it cools.

2. Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally topped with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

This Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake is an easy, tangy, and delicious dessert that will definitely be a crowd-pleaser! Enjoy the creamy lemon flavor with minimal effort! 🍋🍰