Description
This vibrant dessert brings together bright citrus, juicy berries, and a velvety cream cheese swirl under a golden, buttery topping. It’s incredibly simple to assemble and delivers big flavor with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Base & Filling
- 1 (21-ounce) can blueberry pie filling
- 1½ cups fresh blueberries (fresh gives the best texture and flavor)
- 1 (8-ounce) block cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 1 cup white granulated sugar
- ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Topping
- 1 (15.25-ounce) box yellow cake mix (dry, straight from the box)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
Optional for Serving
- Whipped cream
- Vanilla ice cream
Instructions
- Get Ready to Bake
- Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and allow it to fully preheat. Lightly coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray, or line it with parchment paper for easier cleanup.
- Make the Cream Cheese Layer
- In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sugar, fresh lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Beat until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy with no visible lumps. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed to ensure everything blends evenly.
- Build the Fruit Base
- Spread the blueberry pie filling evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Scatter the fresh blueberries over the top to add extra bursts of flavor and texture.
- Add the Creamy Mixture
- Drop spoonfuls of the lemon cream cheese mixture over the berries. Gently spread it out to cover most of the surface. It doesn’t have to be perfectly smooth—slight swirls will bake beautifully.
- Create the Topping
- Sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix evenly across the entire surface, making sure the cream cheese layer is fully covered. Do not stir.
- Drizzle the melted butter slowly and evenly over the cake mix. Try to moisten as much of the dry mix as possible to ensure a golden crust.
- Bake to Perfection
- Place the dish in the oven and bake for 45–50 minutes. The top should turn golden brown and the edges should bubble slightly. The center should look set when gently shaken.
- Cool and Serve
- Remove from the oven and let the cake rest for about 10 minutes before serving. This helps it firm up slightly and makes scooping easier.
- Serve warm with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent finish.
Notes
- Always use fully softened cream cheese for a smooth, lump-free layer.
- Fresh lemon juice enhances the brightness of the flavor.
- If some dry cake mix remains visible before baking, gently drizzle a bit more melted butter over those spots.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Desserts
Nutrition
- Calories: 320