Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake Bliss
Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake is an incredibly easy, fuss-free dessert with bright citrus flavor and creamy richness.Made with simple pantry ingredients, this layered cake magically bakes into a soft, buttery, tangy treat.Perfect for potlucks, family dinners, or when you need a quick last-minute dessert.No mixing bowls required — just layer, bake, and enjoy!
Ingredients
- 1 box lemon cake mix 15.25 oz
- 1 can lemon pie filling 21 oz
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Spread lemon pie filling evenly in the bottom of the baking dish.
- In a bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Drop spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture over the lemon filling.
- Sprinkle dry lemon cake mix evenly over the top without mixing.
- Drizzle melted butter evenly over the cake mix, covering as much surface as possible.
- Bake for 45–50 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Do not stir the layers — dumping and layering is key.
- For extra lemon flavor, add 1 tablespoon lemon zest to the cream cheese mixture.
- Serve warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.