Creating your own Tangy Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake with a Buttery Crust is easy, especially when you follow these straightforward steps:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.

2. Prepare Cream Cheese Mixture: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with granulated sugar until smooth.

3. Combine Cake Ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the lemon cake mix, water, vegetable oil, eggs, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Mix well until smooth, making sure there are no lumps.

4. Layer Components: Pour the lemon cake batter into the prepared baking dish. Dollop the cream cheese mixture over the batter.

5. Swirl Together: Use a knife to swirl the cream cheese mixture into the batter, creating a marbled effect.

6. Melt Butter: Evenly drizzle the melted butter over the top of the cake batter.

7. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes. The cake should be golden brown, and a toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean.

8. Cool: Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the baking dish for about 15-20 minutes.

9. Dust with Powdered Sugar: Before serving, dust the top with powdered sugar if desired for an extra touch.

10. Serve and Enjoy: Cut into squares and serve warm or at room temperature.

Following these simple steps will take you from start to finish in creating a delightful cake that’s sure to wow your taste buds.