Imbolc Butter Cake Recipe

Celebrate Imbolc with this deliciously easy butter cake! This recipe, originally from Ellen Dugan's datebook, features a creamy cream cheese topping and a buttery crust. Perfect for a festive gathering or a cozy night in.

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 50 mins

Calories 310 kcal

Protein 7g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Imbolc Butter Cake

Poundcake Mix
Butter
Eggs
8 oz cream cheese (softened)
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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How to Make Imbolc Butter Cake

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
In a large bowl, combine 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix, 1/2 cup (1 stick) melted unsalted butter, and 2 large eggs. Mix with a fork until just moistened. Do not overmix.
Pat the mixture evenly into the bottom and slightly up the sides of the prepared pan to create a crust.
In a separate bowl, beat 8 oz cream cheese (softened), 1/2 cup powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract with an electric mixer on high speed for 3 minutes until light and fluffy.
Reduce mixer speed to low and add 2 large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Pour the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cake crust.
Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let cool completely before sprinkling with powdered sugar and slicing. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

149g

Fat

47g

Carbs

12g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Imbolc Butter Cake?

Imbolc Butter Cake takes about 65 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 50 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Imbolc Butter Cake?

Imbolc Butter Cake has approximately 310 calories per serving, with about 7 g protein, 12 g carbohydrates and 24 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Imbolc Butter Cake?

The key ingredients for Imbolc Butter Cake are Poundcake Mix, Butter, Eggs, Cream Cheese, Powdered Sugar, Vanilla. See the full list with measurements above.