Description
This Blueberry Lemon Dump Cake is a simple yet delicious dessert featuring sweet blueberry pie filling combined with fresh lemon zest, topped with a vanilla cake mix and crunchy walnuts, then baked to golden perfection. It requires minimal preparation, making it perfect for an easy and impressive treat that can be enjoyed warm with ice cream or whipped cream.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- Cooking spray, for greasing pan
- 2 (20-ounce) cans blueberry pie filling
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (from 1 large lemon)
- 1 box vanilla cake mix
- ½ cup chopped walnuts
- 1 stick (½ cup) salted butter, cut into small pieces
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan thoroughly with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Layer Ingredients: Evenly spread the blueberry pie filling across the bottom of the prepared baking pan. Sprinkle the lemon zest evenly over the berries to add brightness to the dessert. Next, sprinkle the dry vanilla cake mix evenly over the filling, followed by an even layer of chopped walnuts for crunch. Finally, dot the top with small pieces of salted butter to enrich the cake as it bakes.
- Bake the Cake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 1 hour. Keep an eye on the top to ensure it does not get too dark; if it starts to over-brown, cover the cake loosely with aluminum foil to prevent burning while allowing it to continue baking through.
- Cool and Serve: Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool slightly so it sets and is safer to serve. This cake is delightful served warm, especially with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream to complement the fruity and cakey goodness.
Notes
- You can substitute walnuts with pecans or almonds if preferred.
- Use fresh lemon zest rather than dried for the best flavor.
- Covering the cake with foil during baking helps prevent excessive browning if your oven runs hot.
- This dessert can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated before serving.
