Description
Indulge in the comforting sweetness of the Best Gooey Butter Cake Without Cake Mix. This decadent dessert features a luscious, gooey center enveloped by a golden crust, making it perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or cozy evenings at home. With its rich buttery flavor and delightful aroma, this cake is sure to impress everyone who tries it.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix melted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually add flour and baking powder, mixing until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared dish and spread evenly.
- In another bowl, mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, and remaining melted butter; pour over the batter without mixing.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes until edges are golden and center jiggles slightly.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing; sprinkle with powdered sugar if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (90g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 80mg