Bright, tangy lemon filling meets rich cream cheese and a buttery cake topping in this easy 9×13 treat. Sweet, zesty, and perfectly textured, these bars are ideal for dessert tables, potlucks, or a simple indulgent snack.

Ingredients

• 2 cans (21 oz each) lemon pie filling
• 1 box yellow cake mix
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 block (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
• 1/3 cup powdered sugar

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Spread lemon pie filling evenly in the prepared dish.
3. Beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth, then dollop over the lemon filling.
4. Sprinkle dry cake mix evenly over the top.
5. Drizzle melted butter evenly over the entire surface.
6. Bake 40–45 minutes until golden and bubbly.
7. Allow to cool slightly before cutting into bars.

Serving & Presentation

• Let the bars cool completely, then cut into even squares or rectangles for a clean, uniform look.
• Dust lightly with powdered sugar for a delicate finishing touch.
• Serve on a white or pastel-colored platter to highlight the bright yellow lemon filling.
• Optional: Garnish each bar with a small twist of lemon zest or a thin lemon slice for extra color and a fresh aroma.
• For a more elegant touch at gatherings, place each bar in a small cupcake liner or on a mini doily.