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Gooey Butter Cake

A rich, decadent dessert with a buttery cake layer and a creamy, gooey custard filling, baked to golden perfection.
Prep : 10 Total : 25 minutes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 19 oz yellow cake mix
  • 3 large eggs eggs divided
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter melted and cooled slightly
  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the cake mix, 2 eggs, melted butter, flour, and a pinch of salt. Mix until just combined, then press evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, remaining egg, vanilla, and salt until smooth and fluffy.
  • Pour the cream cheese mixture over the cake base in the pan, spreading it evenly.
  • Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden and the center is set but still slightly soft.
  • Cool completely on a wire rack before slicing and serving.

Notes

Serve warm or at room temperature for best flavor.