Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake

There’s something magical about desserts that come together with just a few simple ingredients yet deliver bold flavors and irresistible textures. This Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake is the perfect example—a bright, tangy lemon filling layered with a creamy cheesecake middle, all topped with a buttery, golden crumble that melts in your mouth. It’s the kind of dessert that feels effortless to prepare but tastes like it came straight from a bakery.

At deesviral, we believe that homemade desserts should be both approachable and indulgent. This dump cake is a crowd-pleaser, whether you’re bringing it to a potluck, serving it at a family dinner, or treating yourself to a sweet slice with coffee.

Ingredients

• 1 box yellow cake mix

• 1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, melted

• 2 cans (21 oz each) lemon pie filling

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• 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened

• 1/2 cup granulated sugar

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• Whipped cream, for serving (optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare the oven and dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish lightly with butter or nonstick spray.

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2. Add lemon layer: Spread both cans of lemon pie filling evenly across the bottom of the dish.

3. Make cream cheese layer: In a bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with sugar and vanilla until smooth and creamy. Dollop spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture over the lemon filling and gently spread to create a thin, even layer.

4. Add dry cake mix: Sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix evenly over the top of the cream cheese layer. Do not stir.

5. Add butter: Pour the melted butter evenly over the cake mix, making sure to cover as much of the surface as possible.

6. Bake: Place the dish in the oven and bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbling around the edges.

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7. Cool and serve: Allow the cake to cool for at least 15 minutes before serving. Add a dollop of whipped cream on top for extra indulgence.

Closing

This Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake is the ultimate blend of bright citrus and rich creaminess. Every bite delivers a mix of tangy lemon, smooth cream cheese, and crunchy topping that’s simply irresistible. Best of all, it’s quick to prepare and requires no complicated steps, making it a go-to dessert whenever you need something sweet in a hurry.