4-Ingredient Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake

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This Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake is the ultimate easy dessert for a summer day! With just four ingredients, you’ll have a deliciously moist cake bursting with vibrant lemon flavor, balanced by creamy bits of cream cheese. This treat is perfect when you want something quick, refreshing, and satisfying.

Ingredients

  • 1 (16 oz.) can lemon pie filling
  • 1 (15 oz.) package yellow cake mix
  • 4 oz. cream cheese, cubed
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, thinly sliced

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven

  • Preheat your oven to 350º F and lightly grease a square baking dish (8×8 or 9×9 inch) with butter or non-stick spray.

2. Layer the Lemon Pie Filling

  • Pour the lemon pie filling into the bottom of the greased baking dish, spreading it out evenly to cover the base and reach into the corners.

3. Add Cake Mix and Cream Cheese

  • Sprinkle half of the cake mix over the lemon pie filling.
  • Place cubed cream cheese evenly across the top of the cake mix layer.

4. Top with Remaining Cake Mix and Butter

  • Sprinkle the remaining cake mix on top of the cream cheese.
  • Arrange the thinly sliced butter in a single layer on top of the cake mix, trying to cover as much of the surface as possible. This ensures a buttery, golden topping.

5. Bake

  • Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and the top is golden brown.

6. Cool and Serve

  • Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool for 15-20 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to set and the cake to firm up slightly.

Serving Suggestions

This Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake is perfect served warm on its own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence. Enjoy this bright, refreshing dessert on a sunny day, and savor every zesty, creamy bite!

Tips for the Best Lemon Dump Cake

  • Slice the Butter Thinly: Thin butter slices help ensure an even, golden-brown top.
  • Add a Zesty Twist: For extra lemon flavor, sprinkle some lemon zest over the lemon pie filling before adding the cake mix.
  • Make it Extra Creamy: Add a little more cream cheese if you prefer an even creamier cake texture.

This easy Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake is sure to become a favorite when you’re looking for a quick, delightful dessert with minimal effort!

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