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Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake

A delightful and easy dessert that combines tangy lemon, creamy cheese, and a touch of sweetness for a cake that practically makes itself.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Base
  • 1 box lemon cake mix Any brand will work.
  • 1/2 cup butter (melted) Use unsalted butter for best results.
Cream Cheese Layer
  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened) Allow cream cheese to come to room temperature for easier mixing.
  • 1 can lemon-lime soda or lemon-flavored soda For a lemony flavor, use lemon-lime soda.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray or butter.
Mix Cake Base
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the lemon cake mix and melted butter until well combined.
  2. Evenly spread the cake mixture in the prepared baking dish.
Cream Cheese Layer
  1. In a separate bowl, mix the softened cream cheese with the lemon-lime soda until smooth.
  2. Pour the cream cheese mixture over the cake base, spreading it evenly.
Bake
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, until the edges are golden and the center is set.
Serving
  1. Allow the cake to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy warm with whipped cream or fresh fruit.

Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients and avoid overmixing. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for a month.