Introduction

Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake is a bright, tangy, and delightfully creamy dessert that’s incredibly easy to make. With layers of zesty lemon, rich cream cheese, and a sweet, crumbly topping, this cake is perfect for weeknight desserts or casual gatherings. The “dump cake” name comes from its simplicity: you literally dump the ingredients together and bake, making it an effortless yet impressive treat.

Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 1 box yellow or white cake mix
• 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 3 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Zest of 1 lemon

For the Lemon Layer:

• 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
• 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1 tsp lemon zest

Optional Topping:

• Powdered sugar for dusting
• Whipped cream or fresh berries

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Prepare Cream Cheese Layer: In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese with sugar, eggs, vanilla, and lemon zest until smooth. Spread evenly in the baking dish.
3. Add Cake Mix: Sprinkle the dry cake mix evenly over the cream cheese layer.
4. Add Butter: Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the cake mix.
5. Prepare Lemon Mixture: In a small bowl, mix the sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Pour evenly over the top.
6. Bake: Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the top is golden and the center is set.
7. Cool & Serve: Let the cake cool slightly before serving. Optionally, dust with powdered sugar or top with whipped cream and berries.

Description

This cake is a symphony of flavors: the tangy lemon cuts through the richness of the cream cheese, while the buttery cake topping adds a soft crunch. Every bite melts in your mouth, making it a perfect combination of creamy, sweet, and zesty. It’s moist, indulgent, and visually appealing, ideal for celebrations or simple dessert cravings.