Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (15.25 oz) package lemon cake mix
- 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup milk
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your baking dish.
- Cream the Cheese: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with the granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and eggs until creamy and smooth.
- Prepare the Cake Mix: In another bowl, combine the lemon cake mix, melted butter, milk, and lemon zest. Stir until just mixed.
- Assemble the Cake: Pour half of the cake mix into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly. Layer the cream cheese mixture on top, then finish with the remaining cake mix, smoothing it out gently.
- Bake to Perfection: Bake in the preheated oven for about 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Let the cake cool completely, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes