Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake: A Simple Citrus Delight
Introduction: Experience the bright and tangy flavors of lemon combined with the creamy richness of cream cheese in this effortless Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake. With just four simple ingredients, this dessert offers a quick and delightful way to satisfy your sweet tooth, perfect for any occasion.
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:
Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a square baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
Layer the Ingredients:
Pour the lemon pie filling into the bottom of the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly into the corners.
Sprinkle half of the dry yellow cake mix over the lemon pie filling.
Distribute the cubed cream cheese evenly over the cake mix layer.
Sprinkle the remaining cake mix over the cream cheese.
Add Butter Topping: Place the thinly sliced butter pats in a single layer on top of the final cake mix layer, covering as much of the surface as possible.
Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and allow the cake to cool for 15-20 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm on its own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for added indulgence.
This Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake combines the zesty brightness of lemon with the smoothness of cream cheese, all atop a tender cake base. Its simplicity and delightful flavor make it a go-to recipe for both novice and experienced bakers alike.
