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Best Gooey Butter Cake Without Cake Mix


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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 12 1x

Description

Discover the joy of homemade gooey butter cake that melts in your mouth! This rich, buttery dessert features a golden crust and a luscious, gooey center that will leave everyone craving more. Perfect for any occasion or simply to satisfy your sweet tooth, this easy-to-make recipe will quickly become a favorite among family and friends.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter and granulated sugar until creamy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time along with the vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.
  5. Pour half of the batter into the prepared dish to form the base layer.
  6. Sprinkle powdered sugar over the remaining batter before pouring it on top of the base layer.
  7. Bake for about 30-35 minutes or until golden brown on top but still slightly jiggly in the center.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 31g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg