Gooey Butter Cake
A nostalgic dessert that blends a rich, creamy, and slightly chewy texture, making it a perfect indulgence for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1 egg
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine the cake mix, melted butter, and 1 egg in a mixing bowl until well blended and smooth.
- Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan and spread the cake mixture into the bottom evenly.
- Beat the softened cream cheese in another bowl until smooth.
- Add the powdered sugar, 2 eggs, and 1 tsp of vanilla extract to the cream cheese, mixing until creamy.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the cake layer in the pan.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden and the center is set.
- Cool the cake before cutting it into squares to serve.
Notes
Serve warm with a scoop of ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or freeze for up to three months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 37g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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