Lemon-Cream Cheese Dump Cake
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Lemon-Cream Cheese Dump Cake

8 servings
Grab lemon curd, a boxed cake mix, cream cheese, and butter, and you'll be able to make this lemon-cream cheese dump cake recipe in no time.

Ingredients

  • cooking spray
  • jars lemon curd

    such as bonne maman

    2
  • box yellow or butter cake mix

    divided

    1
  • pkg. cream cheese

    cut into 1/2-in. cubes

    1
  • cold unsalted butter

    cut into very thin slices

    ½ c
  • vanilla ice cream

    for serving

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350°F. Coat an 8-inch square baking dish with cooking spray. Gather all ingredients.

    Step 1
  2. 2

    Spread lemon curd evenly in bottom of prepared dish. Sprinkle half of the cake mix (about 1 1/3 cups) in an even layer over lemon curd. Dot with cream cheese cubes in an even layer, and sprinkle with remaining half cake mix. Top cake mix with butter slices, covering as much of cake mix as possible.

    Step 2
  3. 3

    Bake in preheated oven until golden brown on top and bubbly around edges, about 40 minutes. Let cool at least 15 minutes before serving warm or let cool to room temperature before serving with ice cream.

    Step 3
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Lemon-Cream Cheese Dump Cake

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About this Recipe

Craving a delightful dessert that's both tangy and sweet, yet incredibly easy to make? This Lemon-Cream Cheese Dump Cake is your answer, bringing together bright citrus and creamy indulgence with minimal effort.

This recipe works wonders because it leverages pantry staples like lemon curd, a boxed cake mix, and cream cheese to create a dessert that tastes far more complex than its preparation suggests. It's the ultimate "dump and bake" treat, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without the fuss.

What you can expect is a dessert with distinct layers of flavor and texture. The base features a luscious, vibrant lemon curd that bakes into a bright, tangy foundation. Swirls of rich cream cheese add a decadent, creamy counterpoint, balancing the lemon's zestiness. Topping it all is a tender, golden cake layer that soaks up some of the lemony goodness, creating a soft, moist texture. It's a comforting yet sophisticated dessert that will surely impress.

Customization is simple with this dump cake. While yellow or butter cake mix works beautifully, you could experiment with a white cake mix for a slightly lighter flavor profile, or even a lemon-flavored cake mix for an extra citrus punch. For those who enjoy a little textural contrast, a sprinkle of toasted shredded coconut over the top before baking could add a delightful chewiness.

This dessert is perfectly suited for family gatherings, potlucks, or simply as a special treat at home. Serve it warm with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream, allowing the cold creaminess to melt into the warm, tangy cake for an unforgettable experience.

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