Its dense cake base, gooey topping, and abundant powdered sugar make this easy gooey butter cake a Midwestern favorite you'll want to make again and again.
INGREDIENT
– 1 package butter golden or yellow cake mix 15.25 ounce– ½ cup salted butter melted and cooled– 4 large eggs divided use– 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract divided use– 8 ounces cream cheese room temperature– 3 cups powdered sugar
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INSTRUCTION
Heat the oven to 350°F. Line a 9x13-inch baking sheet with foil or parchment paper and coat with nonstick cooking spray.
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Step 1
Beat cake mix, butter, 2 eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla in a large bowl with an electric hand mixer until well blended. Spread batter in pan evenly.
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Step 2
Beat cream cheese, remaining 2 eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla essence until creamy. Mix powdered sugar slowly and spread over cake layer.
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Step 3
Bake 40–45 minutes in preheated oven until golden brown. Cool before serving. Powdered sugar can be sprinkled before serving.