A simple layered dessert with lemon filling, cream cheese pockets, and a golden buttery cake topping.
1 can lemon pie filling
8 ounces cream cheese, cubed
1 box yellow cake mix
1/2 cup unsalted butter, sliced or melted
1 teaspoon lemon zest, optional
Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13-inch dish.
Spread lemon pie filling evenly in the dish.
Scatter cubed cream cheese over the filling.
Sprinkle dry cake mix evenly on top.
Arrange butter slices or drizzle melted butter over cake mix.
Bake 40 to 45 minutes until golden and bubbling.
Cool slightly before serving.
Do not stir the layers. Ensure butter covers most of the cake mix for even browning.