Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake: The Easiest Sweet Treat You’ll Ever Make
Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake is a simple and delightful dessert that combines the tangy flavor of lemon pie filling with the creamy richness of cream cheese, all topped with a buttery, crumbly cake layer. This easy-to-make treat is perfect for any occasion and requires minimal preparation.
- Prep Time: 10min
- Cook Time: 40min
- Total Time: 50min
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
– 1 can (16 ounces) lemon pie filling
– 1 box (15.25 ounces) lemon cake mix
– 4 ounces cream cheese, cubed
– ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, thinly sliced
Instructions
1. **Preheat the Oven**: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a square baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
2. **Layer the Ingredients**: Pour the lemon pie filling into the bottom of the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly to cover the base. Sprinkle half of the lemon cake mix evenly over the pie filling. Distribute the cubed cream cheese evenly on top of the cake mix layer. Then, sprinkle the remaining cake mix over the cream cheese layer.
3. **Add Butter**: Place the thinly sliced butter pieces evenly over the top of the cake mix layer, covering as much surface area as possible.
4. **Bake**: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the cake mix has absorbed the butter and baked through.
5. **Cool and Serve**: Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the dish for 15-20 minutes before serving. This allows the layers to set properly. Serve warm, optionally with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Notes
– **Variations**: For a different flavor profile, you can substitute the lemon pie filling with other fruit fillings such as cherry, blueberry, or apple. Similarly, you can use a yellow or white cake mix instead of lemon for a milder flavor.
– **Storage**: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. To reheat, warm individual servings in the microwave for about 20-30 seconds.
– **Serving Suggestion**: This cake pairs wonderfully with a cup of tea or coffee, making it an excellent choice for afternoon tea or dessert after a meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 517kcal
- Sugar: 67g
- Sodium: 412mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 67g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 118mg