Prepare Time
- Preparation Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 45-50 minutes
- Total Time: Approximately 1 hour
Ingredients
- 1 box white or yellow cake mix
- 21-ounce can lemon pie filling
- 12-ounce can seltzer (plain, lemon, or orange)
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, cubed
- 8 ounces Cool Whip or any whipped topping
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Lemon zest for garnish
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Spread the lemon pie filling evenly across the bottom of the greased baking dish.
- Sprinkle the dry cake mix directly over the lemon filling, covering it completely. Do not mix.
- Pour the seltzer evenly over the cake mix. Place the cubed butter evenly on top of the cake mix layer.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
- Allow the cake to cool slightly before topping with Cool Whip. Garnish with lemon zest.
- Serve and enjoy!
Cook Notes
The seltzer helps to moisten the cake mix and creates a light and tender cake texture, while the butter adds richness and helps the top brown beautifully.
Variations
- Keto Version: Use a keto-friendly cake mix and sugar-free lemon pie filling. Substitute the Cool Whip with a keto-friendly whipped topping.
- Low-Carb Version: Follow the keto version guidelines for a lower carbohydrate content.
Nutrition Facts
While specific nutritional values will vary based on the brands and exact ingredients used, here’s an estimated breakdown per serving (assuming 12 servings):
- Calories: 280-320
- Protein: 2-4g
- Carbohydrates: 50-60g
- Fat: 8-12g
- Sugar: 30-40g
Lemon Lush Dump Cake is a testament to the beauty of simplicity in baking. This dessert is sure to become a go-to for its delightful flavor and ease of preparation, proving that sometimes, the simplest recipes are the most rewarding.
