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Heavenly Lemon Cream Cheese Crumb Bars Recipe

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This Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake presents a delightful combination of bright citrus and creamy indulgence. It features a tender, buttery cake base layered with a smooth, tangy cream cheese filling and a vibrant lemon pie filling, all crowned with a golden, crumbly topping. Baked to a perfect golden hue, this dessert offers a harmonious blend of sweet and tart flavors with varied textures, making each bite a refreshing and satisfying experience.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (15.25 ounce) box yellow cake mix
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 (21 ounce) can lemon pie filling
  • 1/2 cup milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with granulated sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Gradually beat in the milk until fully combined and smooth. Set aside.
  3. Pour the lemon pie filling evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  4. Carefully spread the cream cheese mixture over the lemon pie filling.
  5. Evenly sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix over the cream cheese layer.
  6. Drizzle the melted butter over the dry cake mix, ensuring as much of the mix is covered as possible.
  7. Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
  8. Remove from oven and let cool on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes before serving. For best results, chill for at least 2 hours before slicing and serving.

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for a lump-free, smooth filling.

For an extra lemony flavor, use a lemon cake mix instead of yellow cake mix.

Chilling the cake thoroughly allows the layers to set properly, making for cleaner slices.

Serve chilled, optionally with a dollop of whipped cream or fresh berries.

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