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Irresistible Gooey Butter Cake Recipe in Just 40 Minutes

Gooey Butter Cake Recipe

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A classic Gooey Butter Cake recipe with a rich, buttery crust and a creamy, gooey filling.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box yellow cake mix
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 4 cups powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix cake mix, 1 egg, and melted butter to form a dough.
  3. Press dough into a greased 9×13-inch baking pan.
  4. Beat cream cheese, 2 eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
  5. Gradually add powdered sugar and mix well.
  6. Pour filling over the crust.
  7. Bake for 40-45 minutes until edges are golden.
  8. Cool before cutting into squares.

Notes

  • Do not overbake—the center should remain gooey.
  • Store leftovers covered at room temperature.

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