Description
Gooey butter cake is a decadent dessert that perfectly balances rich butteriness with sweet vanilla flavor. This indulgent treat is simple to make, using fresh ingredients instead of cake mix, ensuring a homemade experience that will impress your friends and family. With its golden hue and creamy texture, this cake is perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in. Each bite melts in your mouth, making it an unforgettable comfort food.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (sifted)
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan.
- In another bowl, beat together melted butter, powdered sugar, eggs, and vanilla for the gooey layer; pour over the batter.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes until golden brown; it should jiggle slightly when shaken. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 90mg