Grandma's Gooey Butter Cake Recipe

Indulge in the irresistible gooeyness of Grandma's legendary Butter Cake! This recipe, using simple ingredients, delivers a taste of home that's unbelievably easy to make. Forget calorie counting – this is pure comfort food bliss. Get ready for a melt-in-your-mouth experience with a buttery, creamy topping and a tender cake base. Perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or a special treat!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 50 mins

Calories 445.3 kcal

Protein 8g

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Ingredients for Grandma's Gooey Butter Cake

Yellow Cake Mix
Egg
1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
8 ounces (227g) cream cheese, softened
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups (240g) powdered sugar

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How to Make Grandma's Gooey Butter Cake

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large bowl, combine cake base ingredients (see below) and mix until well combined.
Pat the cake batter evenly into a lightly greased 13x9 inch baking pan.
In a separate bowl, prepare the filling:
Beat 8 ounces (227g) of softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, then add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
Gradually add 1/2 cup (113g) of softened unsalted butter, beating until well incorporated.
Slowly add 2 cups (240g) of powdered sugar, mixing until smooth and creamy.
Pour the creamy filling evenly over the cake batter in the pan.
Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is just slightly gooey. Do not overbake!
Let the cake cool completely before cutting and serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

15 g

Sugar

179g

Fat

60g

Carbs

19g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Grandma's Gooey Butter Cake?

Grandma's Gooey Butter Cake takes about 70 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 50 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Grandma's Gooey Butter Cake?

Grandma's Gooey Butter Cake has approximately 445.3 calories per serving, with about 8 g protein, 19 g carbohydrates and 34 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Grandma's Gooey Butter Cake?

The key ingredients for Grandma's Gooey Butter Cake are Yellow Cake Mix, Egg, Butter, Cream Cheese, Eggs, Vanilla. See the full list with measurements above.