Lemon Pillow Cake Recipe

Indulge in this dreamy Lemon Pillow Cake! A fluffy white cake made easy with a boxed mix, bursting with pockets of tangy lemon filling. This delightful dessert is surprisingly simple to make, yet delivers incredible flavor and texture. Perfect for potlucks, birthdays, or a delightful weekday treat. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 311.5 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 4.4 (27 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Lemon Pillow Cake

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How to Make Lemon Pillow Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 13x9 inch baking pan.
  2. Prepare cake mix according to package directions.
  3. Gently spoon 1 cup of lemon pie filling evenly over the batter in dollops, leaving some space between each dollop.
  4. Carefully pour the remaining cake batter over the lemon filling, ensuring the filling is mostly covered but some remains visible.
  5. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Let the cake cool completely in the pan before frosting.
  7. In a medium bowl, combine 1 (16 ounce) container of whipped topping and 1 cup of prepared lemon frosting. Mix until smooth and fluffy.
  8. Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled cake.
  9. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the frosting to set.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

112g

Fat

29g

Carbs

12g

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