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Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake

Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake that's Effortlessly Delicious

This Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake is a flavorful dessert that combines creamy cheese and tart lemon, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Base
  • 1 box Lemon Cake Mix Opt for gluten-free version if needed.
  • 1 can Lemon Pie Filling or Lemon Curd Interchangeable for tangy moisture.
For the Creamy Layer
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese (softened) Ensure at room temperature to avoid lumps.
  • 1 cup Sugar Adjust to personal taste.
  • 1 tsp Alcohol-Free Vanilla Extract
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter (melted) Margarine can be used as a substitute.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Electric mixer
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. Spread lemon pie filling or lemon curd evenly across the bottom of the baking dish.
  3. In a medium bowl, beat softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Drop spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture over the lemon layer and swirl gently with a knife.
  5. Sprinkle the dry lemon cake mix evenly over the cream cheese layer without stirring.
  6. Drizzle the melted unsalted butter over the cake mix evenly.
  7. Bake for 40-45 minutes until golden brown and bubbly around the edges.
  8. Allow to cool in the dish for 10-15 minutes before serving warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for a smooth texture and do not stir after layering ingredients for best results.

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