Ingredients
Scale
Main Recipe
1 can (21 oz) lemon pie filling
1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
Recommended Upgrade (for a better crust)
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
Optional Toppings
Vanilla ice cream
Whipped cream
Fresh lemon zest
Powdered sugar
Instructions
- Lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- Spread the lemon pie filling evenly into the bottom of the dish.
- Sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix evenly over the filling.
- For the best texture, drizzle melted butter evenly over the cake mix.
- Bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until golden brown and bubbling around the edges.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.
- Top with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream if desired.
Notes
For the crispiest topping, do not mix the layers.
Cover all dry cake mix with melted butter to prevent powdery spots.
Fresh lemon zest adds extra citrus flavor.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 5 Minutes
- Cook Time: 40 Minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian