Description
A cozy Southern classic, Gooey Butter Cake offers a delightful combination of creamy and buttery goodness with a rich, gooey center.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box 15.25-ounce box yellow cake mix
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter
- 1 package 8-ounce cream cheese
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- to taste powdered sugar for sprinkling
Instructions
- Grease a 9×13 pan and preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a mixing bowl, blend the cake mix, 1 egg, and melted butter until smooth; press this mixture evenly into the greased pan.
- In a separate bowl, blend the cream cheese, 2 beaten eggs, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar until creamy and smooth.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture over the first layer in the pan.
- Bake at 350 degrees F for 40-45 minutes, or until the edges are a beautiful golden brown; note that the middle may sink slightly.
- Once out of the oven, top with a sprinkle of powdered sugar and enjoy!
Notes
- Choose a good quality cake mix for the best flavor.
- Use a large egg for the right moisture.
- The warm butter adds richness and flavor.
- Ensure cream cheese is softened to room temperature for easy blending.
- These eggs add structure to the creamy topping.
- Opt for pure vanilla for the best flavor.
- Sift powdered sugar for an extra-luxe finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg