Description
This Cream Cheese Lemon Dessert is a tangy and creamy treat that combines lemon cake mix with a smooth cream cheese layer. Baked to perfection, it offers a delightful balance of sweet and citrus flavors, making it a perfect dessert for gatherings or a refreshing sweet snack.
Ingredients
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Cake Base
- 1 package lemon cake mix
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 egg
Cream Cheese Topping
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the dessert.
- Prepare Cake Mixture: In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the lemon cake mix, melted butter, and egg, stirring until a uniform dough forms.
- Press Dough: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and press the dough evenly into the bottom of the dish, creating a firm base layer.
- Mix Cream Cheese Layer: In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Spread Cream Cheese Mixture: Evenly spread the cream cheese mixture over the prepared cake batter in the baking dish.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Drizzle: Allow the dessert to cool completely, then drizzle the fresh lemon juice over the top for an extra tangy finish.
- Serve: Slice into 12 squares and enjoy the refreshing, creamy lemon dessert.
Notes
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened to avoid lumps in the topping.
- Do not overbake to keep the dessert moist and creamy.
- Use fresh lemon juice and zest for the best citrus flavor.
- Allow the dessert to cool completely before slicing to achieve clean cuts.
