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Blueberry Lemon Dump Cake Recipe

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A simple and delicious Blueberry Lemon Dump Cake featuring fresh blueberries, lemon zest, and a moist yellow cake mix, baked to bubbly perfection. This easy dessert combines vibrant citrus flavors with sweet berries, topped with buttery cake crumbs for a crowd-pleasing treat.

Ingredients

Fruit Mixture

  • 5-6 cups blueberries
  • ½-⅔ cups sugar (adjust to desired sweetness)
  • 1 Tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 Tbsp lemon zest

Dry Topping

  • 1 15.25 oz. yellow cake mix (Betty Crocker super moist recommended)
  • 1 Tbsp lemon zest

Butter

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, sliced into ¼ inch pieces
  • Additional 1-2 Tbsp unsalted butter (optional, if needed)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the dump cake.
  2. Prepare Fruit Mixture: In a greased 9×13 inch baking pan, combine the blueberries, sugar, cornstarch, and 1 tablespoon of lemon zest. Toss everything together until berries are evenly coated, then spread the mixture evenly in the pan.
  3. Add Cake Mix Layer: Sprinkle the yellow cake mix evenly over the blueberry mixture, making sure to cover it completely. Then sprinkle the remaining 1 tablespoon of lemon zest over the top. Using a spoon or your fingers, gently incorporate the zest into the cake mix for an extra lemony flavor.
  4. Top with Butter: Slice the unsalted butter into thin ¼ inch pieces and evenly distribute them over the cake mix layer. You may add an additional 1-2 tablespoons of butter if desired for extra richness.
  5. Bake the Cake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the fruit mixture is bubbling around the edges.
  6. Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and allow the cake to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the best experience. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 5 days.

Notes

  • Adjust sugar to your preferred sweetness, especially if your blueberries are tart.
  • The lemon zest can be increased if you prefer a stronger citrus flavor.
  • Using unsalted butter allows better control of overall saltiness.
  • Ensure butter is sliced thinly to melt evenly over the cake mix.
  • This dessert is best served warm but can be enjoyed cold as well.
  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to five days.

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