If you’re looking for the easiest dessert to bring sunshine to your table, Lemon Blueberry Dump Cake is your perfect match. With just five ingredients, one pan, and zero hassle, this fruity, buttery treat is the epitome of no-fuss baking. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or a total beginner, this cobbler-style cake will win hearts at first bite!
🌟 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- No mixing bowls needed – just dump and bake!
- Works with fresh or frozen blueberries
- Zesty lemon flavor pairs beautifully with sweet berries
- Gluten-free friendly with the right cake mix
- Perfect for gatherings, brunches, or weeknight desserts
🥣 Ingredients You’ll Need
Here’s your shopping list for this dump cake recipe:
- 3 cups blueberries (fresh or frozen – no need to thaw)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 box lemon cake mix (15.25 oz – gluten-free works great too)
- 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, melted (2 sticks)
👩🍳 How to Make Lemon Blueberry Dump Cake
This recipe is so simple, it almost feels like cheating! Here’s what you do:
- Preheat oven to 350°F and spray a 9×13 inch baking dish with non-stick spray.
- Layer 2 cups of blueberries on the bottom of the pan.
- Sprinkle sugar and lemon zest evenly over the berries.
- Evenly pour the dry lemon cake mix over the berry layer.
- Drizzle the melted butter over the entire top – try to coat as much of the cake mix as possible.
- Top with the final 1 cup of blueberries.
- Bake for 45–48 minutes or until golden crust forms.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.
⏱️ Timeline Breakdown
| Step | Time |
|---|---|
| Prep | 10 minutes |
| Baking | 45 minutes |
| Rest Before Serving | 10 minutes |
Total: ~1 hour from pantry to plate!
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- Warm with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream 🍨
- Chilled with lemon white chocolate truffles on the side for a fancy finish
- With whipped cream and a dusting of powdered sugar
Looking for another fruity spin? Don’t miss our Refreshing Lemon Blueberry Smoothie for a healthy daytime treat!
🍋 Other Lemon-Loving Recipes You Might Like
- Lemon Poppy Seed Macarons
- Paul Hollywood’s One-Bowl Lemon Dessert
- Lemon Meringue Pie Cannoli
- Lemon Poppy Seed Pudding Cake
💬 Final Thoughts
Whether you’re picking blueberries at a local farm or grabbing frozen ones from your freezer, Lemon Blueberry Dump Cake is a quick and joyous way to bring citrusy sunshine to your kitchen. Serve it warm, serve it cold, just serve it often – and don’t be surprised if it disappears fast!