Description
Gooey Butter Cake is a rich, decadent dessert with a buttery crust and a creamy, sweet cream cheese topping. This classic St. Louis treat is easy to prepare and bakes into a luscious cake that’s perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying as an indulgent snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
Topping
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 cups powdered sugar (about 1 pound)
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Make the Crust: In a bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, melted butter, and one egg. Press this mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish to form the cake base.
- Prepare the Topping: Beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the two eggs and vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly. Gradually add the powdered sugar and the ¼ cup melted butter, mixing until the topping is creamy and well combined.
- Assemble the Cake: Spread the cream cheese topping evenly over the cake mix crust in the baking dish.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes. The top should be set and lightly golden, while the center remains slightly jiggly.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool completely in the dish before cutting into 12 squares and serving.
Notes
- For best results, make sure the cream cheese is completely softened before mixing to avoid lumps.
- The center may look a little undercooked when done; this is normal and adds to the gooey texture.
- Refrigerate leftovers to maintain freshness and gooey consistency.
- You can dust the top with extra powdered sugar before serving for an extra touch of sweetness.
