Description
Gooey butter cake is an indulgent treat that delivers a delightful combination of a rich, buttery crust and a creamy, gooey filling. Originating from St. Louis, Missouri, this dessert is perfect for celebrations or cozy nights at home. Its irresistible texture and sweet flavor will have everyone asking for seconds! Easy to whip up, gooey butter cake is sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ? cup unsalted butter, melted (divided)
- 2 large eggs (divided)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350?F (175?C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, granulated sugar, and baking powder. Add half of the melted butter, one egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined and press into the bottom of the prepared dish.
- In another bowl, beat the remaining melted butter, powdered sugar, and one egg until creamy. Pour over the crust in the baking dish.
- Bake for 40?45 minutes until edges are golden brown but center remains gooey. Cool for at least 30 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (85g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg