Creating this Tangy Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake is easy if you follow these straightforward steps:

1. Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures that the cake cooks evenly.

2. Prepare the Baking Dish: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.

3. Mix Cream Cheese Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add sour cream and lemon juice, mixing until well combined and creamy.

4. Add Cake Mix: Spread the lemon cake mix evenly over the cream cheese mixture in the baking dish. Don’t mix; let it sit on top.

5. Pour Melted Butter: Take the melted butter and drizzle it uniformly over the cake mix. This layer will create the wonderful buttery crust once baked.

6. Bake the Cake: Place your baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes. Look for a golden crust and a set filling.

7. Cool It Down: Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool for 15-20 minutes. This cooling time will enhance its texture and flavor.