Grandma's Gooey Butter Cake
Indulge in pure nostalgia with Grandma's Gooey Butter Cake—a rich, melt-in-your-mouth dessert that’s as irresistible as it sounds. This recipe combines the simplicity of a yellow cake mix with the decadence of a cream cheese and powdered sugar topping, creating two distinct layers: a firm, buttery crust and a sweet, gooey filling. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a golden-brown finish in the oven, this crowd-pleasing treat is surprisingly easy to make for gatherings or weeknight desserts. Perfectly dusted with powdered sugar, each bite delivers creamy, buttery bliss that will transport you straight to your grandmother’s kitchen. Try this classic gooey butter cake today and experience why it’s a timeless favorite!
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Ingredients
- 1 box Yellow cake mix
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large Egg
- 8 oz Cream cheese, softened
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 4 cups Powdered sugar
- 1 as needed Non-stick cooking spray
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, melted butter, and 1 large egg. Mix until well blended into a dough-like consistency.
Step 3
Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form the crust.
Step 4
In another large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth using an electric hand mixer.
Step 5
Add the 2 eggs, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar to the cream cheese. Beat on medium speed until fully combined and the mixture is creamy and smooth.
Step 6
Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until the top is set and golden brown. The center should still jiggle slightly—it will set as it cools.
Step 8
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
Step 9
Once cooled, slice into squares and serve. Optional: Dust with extra powdered sugar before serving for an added touch.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1439.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 5590.0 |
| Total Fat 238.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 122.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g | |
| Cholesterol 1100.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3274.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 856.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 682.7g | |
| Protein 57.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 135.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 792.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 932.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories