Lemon Dump Cake

Here’s a recipe for a Lemon Dump Cake — a super easy, tangy, and sweet dessert that you basically “dump” ingredients into a pan and bake. Perfect for when you want a quick, crowd-pleasing dessert with minimal effort.

Lemon Dump Cake Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 can (about 14 oz) sweetened condensed milk

• 1 can (about 15 oz) lemon pie filling (or lemon curd if you want it extra rich)

• 1 box yellow cake mix (about 15.25 oz)

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted

• Optional: powdered sugar or whipped cream for serving

Equipment:

• 9×13 inch baking dish

• Mixing bowl (optional)

• Spoon or spatula

Instructions:

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

2. Prepare Baking Dish:
   Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.

3. Layer the Lemon Filling:
   Spread the entire can of lemon pie filling evenly across the bottom of the baking dish.

4. Add Sweetened Condensed Milk:
   Pour the sweetened condensed milk evenly over the lemon filling layer. Don’t mix—just let it layer on top.

5. Sprinkle Cake Mix:
   Sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix evenly over the top of the lemon and condensed milk layers. Try to cover it evenly so there aren’t big gaps.

6. Pour Melted Butter:
   Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the entire surface of the cake mix. This will help the cake mix bake into a golden, crispy topping.

7. Bake:
   Bake uncovered for about 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly around the edges.

8. Cool & Serve:
   Let the cake cool for at least 15-20 minutes before serving so it sets up nicely. Serve warm or at room temperature. Top with whipped cream or a dusting of powdered sugar if you like!

Tips:

• Add zest: For an extra lemon punch, add some lemon zest to the lemon pie filling or sprinkle over the cake mix before baking.

• Texture: The top layer becomes crisp and golden while the inside stays soft and creamy.

• Variations: You can swap out lemon pie filling for other flavors like pineapple or cherry for a fun twist.

• Storage: Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 3 days. Warm up before serving.