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Indulge in the decadent delight of our Gooey Butter Cake, a heavenly treat that combines a buttery, soft base with a gooey, sweet center. Picture a golden crust that cradles a rich, luscious filling, creating a mouthwatering contrast of textures. The cake is both sweet and slightly tangy, with a melt-in-your-mouth consistency that makes every bite a symphony of flavors. Whether served as a dessert centerpiece or enjoyed with a cup of coffee, our Gooey Butter Cake is an irresistible confection that promises to satisfy your sweetest cravings.
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Gooey Butter Cake

Whether you’re celebrating a holiday, hosting a party, or simply craving a decadent dessert, Gooey Butter Cake is the perfect choice. The combination of a dense cake base and a gooey topping makes it a crowd-pleaser that everyone will enjoy.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword Gooey Butter Cake
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 16

Ingredients

Cake Layer:

  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 1/2 cup non-fat powdered milk
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 large eggs

Gooey Layer:

  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tsps vanilla extract
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar

To Finish:

  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

Cake Layer:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and coat a 9×13" baking pan with baking spray.
  • In a big mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, powdered milk, baking soda, and salt.
  • Add the melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Whisk the mixture well to ensure everything is thoroughly combined.
  • Spread the resulting mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan.

Gooey Layer:

  • In your mixing bowl, add eggs, vanilla, cream cheese, and powdered sugar.
  • Use a whisk or a hand mixer to combine the ingredients until you achieve a smooth consistency.
  • Spoon this cream cheese mixture over the cake batter in an even layer.

To Finish:

  • Bake for about 45 minutes.
  • Allow the baked cake to cool completely before slicing.
  • Once cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar for a finishing touch.

Notes

  • Serve: Ensure that you allow this cake to cool completely before slicing it. While the cake is meant to be gooey, cutting into it while it's still hot will make it too gooey to serve.
  • Store: Avoid leaving the cake uncovered at room temperature for more than a few hours. To store the butter cake, tightly cover it in tin foil. You can keep the Gooey Cake in the fridge for up to 1 week or at room temperature for 1-2 days. If refrigerated, let it sit on the counter for a few hours before serving to bring it back to room temperature.
  • Freeze: For freezing the cake, cut it into squares and place them in a gallon freezer bag with parchment paper between the layers. This prevents the squares from freezing together. The cake will remain frozen for up to 3 months. When you're ready to serve, place the freezer bag on the counter and let the cake bars thaw. Once they've reached room temperature, you can serve them as the perfect dessert.