Kansas City Gooey Butter Cake Recipe

May 11, 2023 Post a Comment

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Nothing screams comfort food quite like a classic Gooey Butter Cake. A Kansas City original, this delicious dessert is a must-try for any home baker. With a golden, crisp crust and a gooey, buttery center, it’s a sweet treat that everyone loves. Here’s a recipe you can use to make your own Gooey Butter Cake at home.

Ingredients

For the crust:

1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, melted
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt

For the filling:

3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) butter, softened
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon almond extract
2 eggs
3 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.

To make the crust, stir together the melted butter, flour, sugar, and salt until well combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 15 minutes in the preheated oven, or until lightly browned.

To make the filling, cream together the butter and cream cheese until smooth. Beat in the vanilla and almond extracts, then the eggs, one at a time. Gradually beat in the confectioners' sugar until it is all incorporated. Spread the filling over the baked crust.

Bake for an additional 25 to 30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. Cool before cutting into squares.

Nutrition

Each square of Gooey Butter Cake contains approximately:

286 calories
13.3 g fat
3.7 g saturated fat
3.9 g protein
39.2 g carbohydrates
0.8 g dietary fiber
33.8 mg cholesterol
149.6 mg sodium

Gooey Butter Cake is a delicious and indulgent treat, perfect for birthdays, parties, and holidays. With its simple ingredients and easy preparation, it’s a classic that’s sure to please. Give this recipe a try and you’ll be sure to enjoy it!