Description
This Gooey Butter Cake is a classic dessert from St. Louis featuring a buttery cake layer topped with a rich, gooey cream cheese topping. It’s a simple, indulgent dessert that’s perfect for any occasion and incredibly easy to make with basic ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake Layer Ingredients:
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 large egg
Cream Cheese Topping Ingredients:
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix yellow cake mix, melted butter, and 1 egg until a dough forms. Press into the prepared pan.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add eggs, vanilla, and powdered sugar. Mix in melted butter.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the cake layer.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes. The edges should be golden brown, and the center should be slightly jiggly.
- Cool completely before serving. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
- To make cleaner slices, refrigerate the cake after cooling.
- For variations, try using lemon, chocolate, or spice cake mix.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days at room temperature, or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Gooey Butter Cake Recipe