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Gooey Butter Cake Recipe

Simple gooey butter cake includes a crumbly cake crust with a gooey cream cheese topping that is completely addicting!
Prep Time7 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time47 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12
Author: Lil' Luna

Ingredients

  • 1 (15.25-ounce) box yellow cake mix
  • 1 egg
  • ½ cup butter melted
  • 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 ½ cups powdered sugar
  • powdered sugar to sprinkle

Instructions

  • Grease a 9x13 pan and turn oven to 350°F.
  • Blend cake mix, 1 egg, and butter until smooth. Press into your greased 9x13 pan.
  • Blend cream cheese, 2 eggs, vanilla and powdered sugar until creamy and smooth. Spread over your the first mixture in your pan.
  • Bake at 350°F for 40-45 minutes or until edges are golden brown (middle may sink in a bit).
  • Top with powdered sugar and ENJOY!

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Notes

STORE this gooey butter cake recipe at room temperature in an airtight container for 2-3 days or in the refrigerator for 5-7 days.
FREEZE this treat to eat at a later time by first wrapping it tightly with plastic wrap. Then keep it in a freeze-safe container or bag. It should last for 4-5 months in the freezer.

Nutrition

Calories: 384kcal | Carbohydrates: 56g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 82mg | Sodium: 457mg | Potassium: 61mg | Sugar: 38g | Vitamin A: 550IU | Calcium: 118mg | Iron: 1.2mg