Rozanek's Bakery St Louis Gooey Butter Cake

Indulge in the rich, buttery decadence of Rozanek's Bakery St. Louis Gooey Butter Cake, a Midwest classic that combines a soft, buttery yeast-based crust with a luscious, cream cheese-infused filling. Perfectly sweet and irresistibly gooey, this iconic dessert is made from simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla, creating layers of contrasting textures and flavors. With a golden, slightly crispy edge and a gooey, melt-in-your-mouth center, every bite is a nostalgic tribute to St. Louis' culinary heritage. Easy to make in just under an hour, this crowd-pleaser is dusted with powdered sugar for a finishing touch and ideal for gatherings, holidays, or a cozy night in. Whether you’re a Missouri native or a first-timer, this gooey butter cake will have you coming back for seconds—or thirds!

Nutriscore Rating: 37/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2.75 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter, melted
• 0.25 cups Milk
• 2 Large eggs
• 1 packet Active dry yeast
• 0.25 cups Warm water (110°F/45°C)
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
• 2 cups Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 2 Large eggs (for filling)
• 0.5 cups Butter, softened (for filling)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set it aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl, dissolve the packet of active dry yeast in warm water. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until foamy.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Add the melted butter, milk, eggs, and the yeast mixture. Mix until a soft dough forms.

Step 4

Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish, creating the base layer.

Step 5

In another bowl, prepare the filling by beating the softened cream cheese and softened butter together until smooth and creamy.

Step 6

Add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, to the cream cheese mixture, mixing well after each addition.

Step 7

Mix in the vanilla extract and 2 eggs until everything is fully combined and the filling is smooth.

Step 8

Pour the filling over the dough base, spreading it evenly with a spatula.

Step 9

Bake the gooey butter cake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes. The edges should be set and golden brown, but the center should still look slightly gooey.

Step 10

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.

Step 11

Dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar before serving.

Step 12

Cut into squares and enjoy your homemade St. Louis Gooey Butter Cake!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1668.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6124.3

Total Fat 296.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 176.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 1515.3mg	0%
Sodium 3002.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 813.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.4g	0%
Total Sugars 548.2g
Protein 79.4g	0%

Vitamin D 245.2IU	0%
Calcium 508.9mg	0%
Iron 20.4mg	0%
Potassium 1158.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.7%

Protein: 5.1%

Carbs: 52.2%