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Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake Recipe

Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake Recipe


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  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 12 1x

Description

Lemon cream cheese dump cake delivers a tangy symphony of zesty citrus and rich cream cheese in one effortless dessert. Quick mixing and simple baking create a delightful treat you’ll savor to the last crumbly bite.


Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients:

  • 1 box (15.25 ounces / 432 grams) lemon cake mix
  • 1 can (16 ounces / 454 grams) lemon pie filling
  • 4 ounces (113 grams) cream cheese, cubed

Baking Additions:

  • 1 cup (170 grams) white chocolate chips
  • ½ cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, thinly sliced

Flavor Enhancers:

(none)


Instructions

  1. Prepare the oven environment by heating to 350°F (175°C), creating an ideal baking atmosphere for the dessert.
  2. Select a spacious 9×13-inch baking vessel or a generously sized 12-inch oven-safe skillet, ensuring adequate room for the delectable layers.
  3. Create a vibrant foundation by spreading the tangy lemon pie filling across the bottom of the chosen baking container, establishing a zesty base.
  4. Enhance the flavor profile by scattering white chocolate chips strategically over the lemon filling, adding delightful pockets of sweetness.
  5. Distribute cubed cream cheese across the surface, introducing creamy textural elements to complement the citrusy base.
  6. Gently cascade the lemon cake mix over the entire landscape, completely concealing the underlying ingredients and creating a uniform covering.
  7. Artfully arrange thin butter pads across the cake mix surface, ensuring even distribution for optimal moisture and richness.
  8. Transfer the assembled dessert into the preheated oven, allowing it to transform for approximately one hour.
  9. Monitor the baking process, looking for a golden-brown top and bubbling edges that signal the cake’s complete metamorphosis.
  10. Remove from the oven and allow the dessert to settle, letting the layers harmonize and intense flavors develop before serving.

Notes

  • Dump cakes simplify baking, requiring minimal preparation and delivering maximum flavor with this zesty lemon dessert.
  • Cream cheese adds richness and tanginess, creating a luxurious texture that complements the bright lemon filling.
  • White chocolate chips provide unexpected sweetness and melt into delightful pockets throughout the cake.
  • Precise butter placement ensures a crispy, golden top and helps the cake mix develop a perfect crumbly consistency.
  • Baking for exactly one hour guarantees a perfectly cooked dessert with bubbling edges and a tempting golden surface.
  • Serving warm allows the cream cheese and white chocolate to remain soft and gooey, enhancing the overall dessert experience.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 12
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 43g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg