Description
This Lemon Blueberry Dump Cake is a simple and delicious dessert that layers sweet blueberry pie filling and fresh blueberries with tangy lemon zest and juice, topped with a lemon cake mix and slices of butter. Baked to golden perfection, it creates a warm, bubbly treat perfect for any occasion, served on its own or with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
Ingredients
Fruit Layer
- 1 can blueberry pie filling (21 oz / 540 ml)
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
Cake Layer
- 1 box lemon cake mix (13.25 oz / 375 g)
- 1 cup salted butter (cold, cut into thin slices)
Instructions
- Preheat oven and prepare dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray to prevent the cake from sticking.
- Layer the fruit: Spread the blueberry pie filling evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the fresh blueberries on top of the pie filling. Then drizzle the lemon juice over the berries and sprinkle the lemon zest evenly to add a bright citrus flavor.
- Add the cake mix: Sprinkle the dry lemon cake mix evenly over the fruit layer. It’s important to not mix the cake mix into the fruit; just let it sit on top for that classic dump cake texture.
- Top with butter slices: Arrange the cold, thin slices of salted butter evenly across the surface of the cake mix. Cover as much of the top as possible to ensure a rich, tender crumb once baked.
- Bake the cake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the blueberry filling is bubbling around the edges.
- Cool and serve: Allow the cake to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy it warm on its own or paired with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for added indulgence.
Notes
- Use fresh lemon zest and juice for the best citrus flavor.
- Do not mix the cake mix into the fruit layers; let it remain dry on top before baking.
- Butter should be cold and sliced thinly to help it melt evenly and create the perfect crumbly texture.
- This dessert is best served warm but can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated before serving.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with a plant-based margarine.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
