Why This Cake Tastes Incredible
The secret to this dessert is its simple layering:
- Lemon pie filling adds a bright, zesty base.
- Cream cheese cubes provide a smooth, indulgent texture.
- White chocolate chips add sweetness and richness.
- Lemon cake mix with butter creates a golden, tender topping.
Baked together, these layers meld into a dessert that’s creamy, fruity, and perfectly balanced with buttery crunch.
Tips for Success
- Pan choice: Use a greased 9×9 or 9×13-inch baking dish, or a 12-inch oven-safe skillet. Cast iron works beautifully.
- Substitutions: Swap the lemon pie filling and cake mix for cherry, pineapple, or other favorite flavors—just maintain the same layering method.
- Bake to perfection: Look for a lightly browned top and bubbly filling around the edges. A toothpick inserted into the cake mix layer should come out mostly clean.
Ingredients (Serves 12)
- 1 can (16 oz) lemon pie filling
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 4 oz cream cheese, cubed
- 1 box (15.25 oz) lemon cake mix
- ½ cup unsalted butter, sliced thin
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare Pan: Grease a 9×9 or 9×13-inch baking dish, or a 12-inch oven-safe skillet.
- Layer the Filling: Pour lemon pie filling into the pan. Sprinkle white chocolate chips evenly on top. Scatter cubed cream cheese over the mixture.
- Add Cake Mix: Carefully cover the filling and cream cheese with the lemon cake mix.
- Top with Butter: Arrange thin slices of butter evenly over the cake mix.
- Bake: Place in the oven and bake for 1 hour, until the top is golden and the filling is bubbling.
- Serve: Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy as is, or top with whipped cream for extra indulgence.
Why You’ll Love This Dessert
- Minimal prep, maximum flavor
- Creamy, tangy, and buttery all in one bite
- Perfect for casual dinners, brunches, or summer gatherings
- Flexible enough to try new flavors once you master the technique
Before you go
Once you taste this Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake, it’s hard to stop at one slice. What creative variations will you try next—maybe a raspberry swirl, tropical pineapple, or chocolate-lovers version? Bake it, share it, and let us know your favorite twist in the comments!