Irresistible 4-Ingredient Lemon Cream Dump Dessert**
Quick Description
This ultra-easy lemon dessert is rich, creamy, and perfectly sweet with a bright citrus twist. Made with just 4 simple ingredients, it creates a soft lemon cake base with pockets of creamy cheesecake flavor throughout. No complicated steps — just layer, bake, and enjoy.
Perfect for birthdays, potlucks, or when you want something impressive with almost zero effort.
Servings & Timing
- Servings: 9–12 squares
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Bake Time: 40–45 minutes
- Total Time: About 55 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 box (15.25 oz) lemon cake mix
- 1 can (21 oz) lemon pie filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Preheat Oven
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Spread the Lemon Base
Spread the lemon pie filling evenly in the bottom of the baking dish.
3. Add Cream Cheese
Drop spoonfuls of softened cream cheese over the lemon filling.
You don’t need to spread it perfectly — rustic pockets are best.
4. Sprinkle Cake Mix
Evenly sprinkle the dry lemon cake mix over the top.
Do not stir.
5. Add Melted Butter
Drizzle melted butter evenly over the cake mix, covering as much surface area as possible.
6. Bake
Bake for 40–45 minutes, until the top is golden and slightly crisp.
The center will be soft and creamy — that’s what makes it special.
7. Cool Slightly
Let cool 15–20 minutes before slicing.
Serve warm or chilled.
Nutrition (Approx. Per Serving)
- Calories: 380–420
- Protein: 4–6 g
- Carbs: 48 g
- Fat: 20 g
Why It Works
- Lemon pie filling keeps it moist
- Cream cheese adds rich cheesecake texture
- Cake mix forms a buttery crumble topping
- Only 4 ingredients = zero stress
Serving Ideas
- Dust with powdered sugar
- Add whipped cream
- Add fresh berries
- Serve with vanilla ice cream
Storage
- Refrigerate up to 4 days
- Reheat gently before serving
- Can be frozen up to 1 month
Pro Tip
For extra lemon flavor, add 1 teaspoon lemon zest to the cream cheese before layering.
If you’d like, I can also create:
- A low-sugar version
- A high-protein version
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