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Lemon Dump Cake Recipe – A warm, gooey lemon dessert featuring a golden, buttery cake topping over a luscious, tangy lemon filling. Served on a white plate with a dollop of whipped cream and a fresh lemon slice for garnish. A simple, delicious, and easy-to-make treat perfect for citrus lovers.

Easy Lemon Dump Cake Recipe

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This easy Lemon Dump Cake Recipe combines tangy lemon filling with buttery cake mix for an effortless dessert that tastes homemade. Just dump, bake, and wow your guests with minimal effort!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 15.25 oz cans lemon pie filling
  • 1 15.25 oz box yellow cake mix
  • ¾ cup 1.5 sticks unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 lemon for zesting optional
  • Whipped cream for serving
  • Fresh mint leaves for garnish

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Microwave-safe bowl or small saucepan for melting butter
  • Zester (if using fresh lemon zest)
  • Measuring cups

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
  2. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish
  3. Pour lemon pie filling into the baking dish
  4. If using, sprinkle fresh lemon zest over filling
  5. Evenly sprinkle dry cake mix over lemon layer
  6. Pour melted butter evenly over cake mix
  7. Bake 45-55 minutes until top is golden and edges bubble
  8. Cool 15 minutes before serving
  9. Top with whipped cream and garnish if desired

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 45mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 35gCalcium: 80mgIron: 1.2mg

Notes

  • Don't stir the layers together
  • Cover dry spots with extra butter if needed
  • Store covered at room temperature for 2 days
  • Refrigerate up to 5 days
  • Freeze up to 3 months

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