Description
Gooey butter cake is a heavenly dessert that combines a rich, buttery crust with a soft, custard-like center. Perfect for any occasion, this easy-to-make treat promises to delight everyone who tastes it.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine melted butter and granulated sugar until creamy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla.
- Gradually mix in flour and baking powder until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Pour batter into the prepared dish and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown on top; the center should remain gooey.
- Allow cooling slightly before dusting with powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating chocolate chips or nuts into the batter. Substitute vanilla extract with almond extract for a unique twist. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or freeze for longer storage.