It’s celebration in a pan.Stovetop Stuffing Mix
The Magnificent Four Ingredients (Serves 9)
Lemon cake mix (dry)
1 box (15–18 oz)
Betty Crocker or store brand
Cream cheese, softened
1 (8 oz) block
Full-fat for best texture
Sweetened condensed milk
1 (14 oz) can
The magic binder — don’t substitute
Fresh lemon juice
½ cup (about 3–4 lemons)
Bottled works, but fresh is brighter
Optional upgrades:
Add 1 tsp lemon zest for extra zing
Top with whipped cream or berries before serving
Sprinkle with toasted coconut for texture
Step-by-Step: How to Make the Cake
Step 1: Preheat & Prep
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish — no parchment needed
Step 2: Layer the Cream Cheese
In a bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth (no mixer? Use a fork)
Spread evenly in the bottom of the pan — this is your creamy baseStovetop Stuffing Mix
Tip: Let cream cheese sit out 30 mins to soften.
Step 3: Pour the Sweetened Condensed Milk
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