If you love creamy cheesecake and refreshing lemon flavors but don’t want the hassle of complicated baking, this Lemon Cream Cheesecake Dump Cake is the perfect recipe for you! This dessert is a delightful fusion of tangy lemon, rich cream cheese, and a buttery cake topping. The best part? It requires minimal effort—just layer the ingredients and let the oven do the work. Perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or when you crave a quick yet indulgent treat, this easy dump cake will satisfy your sweet tooth with its velvety texture and burst of citrusy goodness.
Ingredients:
- 1 box lemon cake mix
- 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 (21 oz) can lemon pie filling
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest (optional, for extra citrus flavor)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
- Prepare the cheesecake mixture by beating the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar in a large bowl until smooth and creamy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then mix in the vanilla extract, salt, and lemon zest (if using) until fully incorporated.
- Spread the lemon pie filling evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish, ensuring full coverage.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture gently over the lemon pie filling, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Prepare the cake topping by mixing the dry lemon cake mix with melted butter and milk until it forms a thick, crumbly batter.
- Evenly sprinkle the cake batter over the cheesecake mixture, covering as much surface as possible without fully mixing it in.
- Bake the dump cake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean (a little gooeyness is fine due to the cheesecake layer).
- Cool for at least 15-20 minutes to allow the layers to set before serving.
- Dust with powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness, or top with whipped cream for added indulgence.