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gooey butter cake recipe

Irresistible Gooey Butter Cake Recipe in 3 Easy Steps


  • Author: Zach
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A rich and buttery cake with a soft, gooey center, perfect for dessert or a sweet treat.


Ingredients

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  • 1 box yellow cake mix
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 4 cups powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix cake mix, 1 egg, and melted butter to form a dough.
  3. Press dough into a greased 9×13-inch baking pan.
  4. Beat cream cheese, 2 eggs, vanilla, and powdered sugar until smooth.
  5. Pour cream cheese mixture over the dough.
  6. Bake for 40-45 minutes until edges are golden and center is slightly jiggly.
  7. Cool before serving.

Notes

  • Do not overbake—the center should remain gooey.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator.
  • Dust with extra powdered sugar before serving if desired.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 45g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: gooey butter cake, easy dessert, cream cheese cake