4 Ingredients Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake

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4 Ingredients Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake – A Quick & Easy Delight

Some desserts whisper comfort, others sing celebration—but this 4 Ingredients Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake? It practically shouts joy from the oven. With just four pantry-friendly ingredients, you get a dessert that’s creamy, tangy, buttery, and oh-so-addictive. It’s the kind of cake that looks like you spent all afternoon fussing, when in reality, you tossed a handful of ingredients together in minutes.

Perfect for busy weeknights, last-minute guests, or potlucks where you need a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, this cake delivers sunshine in every bite. The lemon’s bright zing cuts through the rich cream cheese, while the buttery topping bakes into a golden crust that’s crisp on the edges and gooey in the center.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• ✅ Only 4 ingredients—no complicated steps or fancy shopping list
• ✅ Quick prep—just 5 minutes of effort and into the oven it goes
• ✅ Perfectly balanced flavors—tangy lemon + creamy cheesecake richness
• ✅ Crowd-pleaser—great for parties, potlucks, or casual family desserts
• ✅ Versatile—switch up cake mixes and fillings for endless variations
• ✅ Great warm or cold—delicious straight from the oven or chilled

Ingredients

• 1 box lemon cake mix
• 1 (21-ounce) can lemon pie filling
• 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
• ½ cup unsalted butter, melted

Equipment

• 9x13-inch baking dish
• Mixing bowl
• Hand mixer or whisk
• Rubber spatula
• Measuring cup

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
• Grease or spray a 9x13-inch baking dish.

2. Layer the Base

• Spread lemon pie filling evenly across the bottom of the dish.

3. Add Cream Cheese

• In a bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth.
• Drop spoonfuls evenly over the pie filling.

4. Sprinkle Cake Mix

• Evenly scatter the dry lemon cake mix over the cream cheese and filling.

5. Drizzle with Butter

• Pour melted butter evenly over the cake mix—this creates the golden topping.

6. Bake

• Bake 35–40 minutes, or until golden and bubbly at the edges.
• A toothpick in the center should come out clean.

7. Cool & Serve

• Let cool slightly before serving.
• Enjoy warm, room temperature, or chilled with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Pro Tips

• Soften cream cheese fully: Makes layering easier and prevents clumps.
• Even butter drizzle: Ensures a crispy golden top without dry patches.
• Rest before slicing: Helps layers set and flavors deepen.

Easy Variations & Substitutions

• Different cake mix: Swap lemon for vanilla, white, or yellow cake mix.
• Different pie filling: Try cherry, blueberry, or apple for a fruity twist.
• Add a crunch: Sprinkle chopped pecans or walnuts on top before baking.
• Extra creaminess: Swirl in ½ cup sour cream with the cream cheese.

Serving, Pairing & Storage

• Serve: With a dollop of whipped cream or scoop of vanilla ice cream.
• Pair: Perfect with hot tea, iced coffee, or sparkling lemonade.
• Storage: Store covered in the refrigerator up to 4 days.
• Reheat: Microwave slices for 20–30 seconds for that “freshly baked” feel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I make this ahead of time?
A: Yes! Bake the cake the night before and chill. Reheat or serve cold the next day.

Q: Do I need to prepare the cake mix first?
A: No—just sprinkle the dry mix straight from the box.

Q: Can I freeze it?
A: It’s best fresh, but you can freeze baked slices for up to 1 month. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

Q: Can I double the recipe?
A: Absolutely—just bake in two separate 9x13 pans for even cooking.

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4 Ingredients Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake

Tangy lemon and rich cream cheese layered under a golden buttery topping—an easy dessert that tastes like sunshine.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 35 minutes mins

Total Time 40 minutes mins

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1 box lemon cake mix
• 1 21 oz can lemon pie filling
• 1 8 oz package cream cheese, softened
• ½ cup unsalted butter melted

Equipment

• - 9x13 baking dish
• mixing bowl
• - Hand mixer
• spatula

Method

 

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 baking dish.
2. Spread lemon pie filling evenly across the bottom.
3. Beat cream cheese until smooth. Drop spoonfuls over pie filling.
4. Sprinkle dry lemon cake mix evenly on top.
5. Drizzle melted butter evenly across the cake mix.
6. Bake 35–40 minutes until golden brown and bubbly. Toothpick should come out clean.
7. Cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm, room temp, or chilled with whipped cream or ice cream.

Notes

Make sure cream cheese is fully softened for easy layering.

Drizzle butter evenly to avoid dry patches.

Store in fridge up to 4 days. Reheat gently or serve cold.