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Gooey Butter Cake

A rich and sweet dessert from St. Louis with a buttery cake layer and gooey cheese topping, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Base
  • 1 box yellow cake mix Use any brand you prefer.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted Ensure butter is fully melted.
  • 1 large egg Add to the cake mix.
Cream Cheese Layer
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened Make sure it's at room temperature.
  • 2 large eggs These are added to the cream cheese mixture.
  • 4 cups powdered sugar Sift if necessary for smoothness.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For added flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, melted butter, and 1 egg. Mix until well blended.
  3. Press the mixture into the bottom of a greased 9x13 inch baking pan.
  4. In another bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, 2 eggs, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Pour the cream cheese mixture over the cake mix layer in the pan.
Baking
  1. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is lightly browned and the center is set.
  2. Let it cool before cutting into squares and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 210mgSugar: 40g

Notes

Serve warm or at room temperature. You can top with whipped cream or ice cream and sprinkle powdered sugar for extra appeal. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.

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