Description
Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake is the ultimate dessert that combines the refreshing zing of lemon with the rich creaminess of cream cheese, creating a perfect balance of flavors. This easy-to-make cake requires minimal effort, making it ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions. With layers of lemon pie filling and a delightful cream cheese topping, this dump cake impresses both visually and in taste. It serves 12, making it a wonderful option for gatherings, potlucks, or family dinners. Plus, cleanup is a breeze with just one bowl needed for mixing! Indulge in this delicious dessert that bursts with flavor and is sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box yellow or lemon 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 mixing bowl, combine the cake mix with melted butter until crumbly. Press half of this mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Spread the lemon pie filling evenly over the pressed cake mix.
- In another bowl, beat together cream cheese, sugar, egg, vanilla extract, and lemon zest until smooth. Spread this mixture over the lemon filling.
- Sprinkle the remaining cake mix on top of the cream cheese layer.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown.
- 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 (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg