Description
Indulge in this easy and luscious Blueberry Cream Cheese Dump Cake, a delightful layered dessert combining creamy cream cheese, juicy blueberries, and a moist yellow cake topping. Perfect for gatherings or a sweet everyday treat, it requires minimal prep and bakes to a golden perfection with a creamy, fruity center.
Ingredients
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Cream Cheese Layer
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
Fruit Layer
- 1 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)
Cake Batter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 package (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the correct temperature for even baking.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish thoroughly to prevent sticking and make serving easier.
- Make Cream Cheese Layer: In a bowl, mix the softened cream cheese with 1/2 cup of granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Spread this evenly over the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Add Blueberries: Sprinkle 1 cup of fresh or frozen blueberries evenly over the cream cheese layer to add juicy bursts of flavor.
- Prepare Cake Batter: In another bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, remaining 1/2 cup granulated sugar, melted unsalted butter, milk, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until all ingredients are well incorporated into a smooth batter.
- Pour Batter Over Fruit: Carefully pour the cake batter over the blueberry and cream cheese layers, spreading it evenly.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm, optionally topped with whipped cream or ice cream for added indulgence.
Notes
- Use fresh or frozen blueberries depending on availability; no need to thaw frozen berries before adding.
- For a richer flavor, try using cream cheese at room temperature for easier mixing.
- To avoid burning, cover loosely with foil if the top browns too quickly during baking.
- This dessert is best served warm but can also be enjoyed at room temperature.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
