Description
If you’re craving something bright, creamy, and utterly effortless, this Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake is calling your name! With zesty lemon pie filling, silky-sweet cream cheese, and a buttery crumb topping made from lemon cake mix, this dessert is sunshine in every bite. Whether you’re looking for a quick breakfast treat, easy dinner dessert, or fun baking project, this easy recipe hits all the right notes. It’s one of those food ideas that’s great for holidays, potlucks, or any time you need something simple yet show-stopping. The texture is dreamy, the flavor is bold, and every spoonful brings that perfect balance of tart and sweet.
Ingredients
1 box lemon cake mix
2 (15 oz) cans lemon pie filling
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional: fresh lemon slices for garnish
Optional: whipped cream or powdered sugar for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Spread both cans of lemon pie filling evenly in the dish.
- In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Drop spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture over the lemon filling.
- Sprinkle the dry lemon cake mix evenly over the top.
- Drizzle melted butter over the cake mix, covering as much as possible.
- Bake for 45–50 minutes, until the top is golden and bubbly.
- Let cool for 15 minutes before serving. Garnish with lemon slices or whipped cream if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
- Category: Dessert