Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake

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šŸ‹āœØ Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake āœØšŸ°
Sunshine in every biteā€”zesty, creamy, and impossibly easy to make.

šŸ“œ Introduction

Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake is the perfect blend of tart, sweet, and creamy. This dessert combines the bright, citrusy flavor of lemon pie filling with the rich, tangy depth of cream cheeseā€”all layered under a golden, buttery crust formed from lemon cake mix. Itā€™s called a ā€œdump cakeā€ because thereā€™s no fuss: just dump the ingredients into a dish, bake, and enjoy! Ideal for potlucks, family dinners, spring brunches, or late-night cravings.

šŸ§¾ Ingredients

  • 1 box lemon cake mix
  • 1 can (about 21 oz) lemon pie filling
  • 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
  • Ā½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
  • (Optional) Whipped cream, for serving
  • (Optional) Fresh lemon zest, for garnish

šŸ„£ Instructions

šŸ”§ Method:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350Ā°F (175Ā°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. Spread the lemon pie filling evenly in the bottom of the dish.
  3. Dot or spread chunks of softened cream cheese over the pie filling. Donā€™t worry if itā€™s not perfectly evenā€”these pockets of creaminess will melt beautifully.
  4. Sprinkle the lemon cake mix evenly over the cream cheese and pie filling. Do not stir.
  5. Pour the melted butter evenly over the top of the dry cake mix. Make sure to cover as much surface as possible to ensure a golden crust.
  6. Bake for 35ā€“45 minutes, or until the top is bubbly and golden.
  7. Cool slightly before serving. Top with whipped cream and lemon zest for extra flair!

šŸ§Ŗ Formation & Layers

  • Bottom layer: Gooey, tart lemon pie filling
  • Middle layer: Creamy, tangy pockets of cream cheese
  • Top layer: Crisp, buttery, golden cake crust from lemon cake mix

šŸ•°ļø History & Origins

The dump cake originated in American kitchens in the 1960s as a shortcut dessert that embraced the convenience of boxed mixes and canned fillings. Over the years, its simplicity and satisfying textures made it a household staple. This lemon cream cheese version modernizes the classic, fusing the bright punch of citrus with the lush richness of cheesecakeā€”all without the need for mixers or special techniques.

ā¤ļø Lovers of This Cake

  • Lemon lovers: That tart, sunshiny zing is irresistible.
  • Cheesecake fans: Cream cheese adds a velvety contrast.
  • Busy bakers: One dish. No mess. No stress.
  • Sweet-tooths: It hits every cravingā€”sweet, sour, creamy, crumbly.

šŸ½ļø Serving Tips

  • Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream
  • Chill overnight and serve cold for a cheesecake-like texture
  • Add blueberries or raspberries on top for a fruity twist
  • Drizzle with a lemon glaze for extra zing

šŸ Conclusion

This Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake is the golden child of easy desserts. It requires minimal effort, no fancy equipment, and it always delivers that “wow” moment when you take a bite. Whether you’re baking for a crowd, treating yourself, or need a bright finish to a mealā€”this dessert brings sunshine to your table.

So go aheadā€¦ dump, bake, and fall in love. šŸ‹šŸ’›

Want a chocolate version? Or maybe strawberry? Just say the word, and Iā€™ll whip one up for you!

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