Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake

Ouadie Rhabbouron

This Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake is the easiest impressive dessert you'll ever make. It's called a "dump cake" because you literally dump the ingredients into a pan and let the oven do the work. The result? A beautiful layered dessert with a thick, creamy lemon filling, a light fluffy topping, and the most amazing tangy-sweet flavor. Perfect for potlucks, summer gatherings, or when you want homemade dessert without the fuss.

Why You'll Love This Dump Cake

  • Minimal prep—literally dump and bake

  • No mixing required for layers

  • Naturally separates into beautiful tiers while baking

  • Tangy-sweet lemon flavor everyone loves

  • Creamy, dreamy texture

  • Topped with whipped cream for elegance

  • Feeds a crowd

Ingredients

For the Base Layer:

  • 1 box lemon cake mix (or yellow cake mix)

  • ½ cup melted butter

  • 3 eggs

  • ⅓ cup water

For the Middle Layer:

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened

  • 1 cup sugar (or ¾ cup for less sweetness)

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • Zest of 1 lemon (optional but recommended)

  • ⅓ cup lemon juice

For the Top:

  • 1 cup milk (whole or 2%)

  • Whipped cream (for serving)

  • Lemon slices or zest (for garnish)

Instructions

Prepare the Pan:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

  2. Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with butter or cooking spray.

Make the Cake Base:

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the lemon cake mix, melted butter, eggs, and water. Mix until just combined—don't overmix.

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