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4-Ingredient Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake

A gloriously simple dessert that combines tangy lemon with creamy cheesecake flavors. This dump cake requires minimal effort but delivers maximum flavor with its golden crust and luscious layers.  
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 box lemon cake mix
  • 1 can 21 oz lemon pie filling
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Baking Dish
  2. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Take a 9x13-inch baking dish and thoroughly grease it with butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking. This ensures easy serving and cleanup after baking.
  3. Create the Lemon Base
  4. Spread the lemon pie filling evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Use a spatula to create a uniform layer that will become the tangy foundation of your dessert.
  5. Add the Cream Cheese Layer
  6. Beat the softened cream cheese in a small bowl until completely smooth and free of lumps. Using a spoon, drop dollops of the cream cheese over the pie filling, distributing them evenly throughout the dish.
  7. Apply the Cake Mix
  8. Sprinkle the dry lemon cake mix evenly over the cream cheese layer. Be sure to cover the entire surface but do not stir or mix the layers together. The cake mix will form a crumbly topping as it bakes.
  9. Add the Butter
  10. Pour the melted butter evenly over the cake mix layer, trying to cover as much of the dry mix as possible. The butter will help the cake mix turn golden and crisp during baking.
  11. Bake to Perfection
  12. Bake for 35-40 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the edges are bubbling. The cake should look set but might still have some soft spots in the center, which will firm up as it cools.
  13. Cool and Serve
  14. Let the cake cool slightly before serving, about 15-20 minutes. This dessert can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature. For an extra touch, consider adding optional toppings such as whipped cream, a dusting of powdered sugar, or fresh berries.

Notes

  • For best results, ensure your cream cheese is fully softened before beating to avoid lumps.
  • If the top is browning too quickly during baking, cover loosely with aluminum foil.
  • This cake can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 3 days.
  • For a twist, try using different flavors of cake mix such as vanilla or orange.
  • The texture improves if allowed to rest for at least 30 minutes after baking.