Gooey Butter Cake is the ultimate comfort dessert! It has a buttery, dense cake base with a soft, creamy top layer that creates an irresistible texture. The simplicity of the ingredients and its rich flavor make it a timeless favorite for gatherings, holidays, or just a treat at home. Plus, it’s super easy to prepare!
WHY WE LOVE GOOEY BUTTER CAKE!
Gooey Butter Cake is the ultimate comfort dessert! It has a buttery, dense cake base with a soft, creamy top layer that creates an irresistible texture. The simplicity of the ingredients and its rich flavor make it a timeless favorite for gatherings, holidays, or just a treat at home. Plus, it’s super easy to prepare!
Ingredients
- Cake Layer: Yellow cake mix, melted butter, vegetable oil, and eggs for a soft yet firm base.
- Gooey Layer: Cream cheese, more melted butter, vanilla extract, powdered sugar, and eggs come together for that signature gooey, creamy top.
Optional: Extra powdered sugar for a decorative, sweet dusting.
Two Tasty Layers!
- Bottom Layer: The cake layer is buttery, dense, and holds up the entire dessert.
- Top Layer: The gooey layer is rich, creamy, and slightly sweet with a melt-in-your-mouth texture. Together, they form a dessert with a satisfying bite and indulgent flavor.
PRO TIP
To ensure the perfect gooey center, avoid overbaking. The edges should be golden and set, but the center should still be slightly jiggly when you remove it from the oven. This ensures you get that signature gooeyness without drying out the cake.
Recipe Tips
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Make sure the eggs and cream cheese are at room temperature for smooth mixing and even baking.
- Thick Cake Layer: The cake layer batter will be thick—use a spatula to spread it evenly.
- Cool Before Cutting: Let the cake cool completely before slicing to allow the gooey layer to firm up just right.
Storing Info
- Room Temperature: Store leftover Gooey Butter Cake at room temperature, covered, for up to 3 days.
- Refrigeration: For longer storage, keep it in the refrigerator for up to a week. The cake can be served chilled or brought back to room temperature before enjoying.
- Freezing: To freeze, wrap the cake tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil. It can be frozen for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.
Better Gooey Butter Cake
Course: DessertCuisine: American12
servings20
minutes40
minutesGooey Butter Cake is the ultimate comfort dessert! It has a buttery, dense cake base with a soft, creamy top layer that creates an irresistible texture. The simplicity of the ingredients and its rich flavor make it a timeless favorite for gatherings, holidays, or just a treat at home. Plus, it’s super easy to prepare!
Ingredients
- For the Cake Layer:
1 (15.25-ounce) box yellow cake mix
1/2 cup salted butter, melted
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 large eggs, at room temperature
- For the Gooey Layer:
1 (8-ounce) block cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup salted butter, melted
2 large eggs, at room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
4 cups powdered sugar
Additional powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Directions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Prepare the Cake Layer: In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, melted butter, vegetable oil, and room temperature eggs. Mix until well combined; the batter will be thick. Spread this mixture evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Make the Gooey Layer: In another large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with a mixer until smooth. Add the melted butter, room temperature eggs, and vanilla extract, mixing well. Gradually incorporate the powdered sugar, ensuring each addition is mixed thoroughly before adding more.
- Assemble and Bake: Pour the cream cheese mixture over the cake layer, spreading it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 40 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown while the center remains slightly jiggly.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool completely in the baking dish. Once cooled, cut into squares and dust with additional powdered sugar if desired.
- Enjoy your deliciously rich and gooey butter cake!
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