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Best Gooey Butter Cake Without Cake Mix

Best Gooey Butter Cake Without Cake Mix
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Indulge in the delightful experience of making the Best Gooey Butter Cake Without Cake Mix. This rich dessert features a luscious cream cheese topping that will charm your guests at any gathering, from birthday parties to casual weeknight dinners. With its easy preparation and simple ingredients, this cake is perfect for bakers of all levels. Each slice offers a gooey texture that contrasts beautifully with the lightness of the cake base, while customizable toppings allow you to personalize your treat. Dust it with powdered sugar or add fresh fruits for a refreshing twist—this cake is sure to become a family favorite!

Ingredients

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  • 8 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ cup buttermilk
  • 8 ounces cream cheese
  • 3 cups powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and prepare a 9-inch cake pan with cooking spray and parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and baking powder; set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar using an electric mixer until fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla.
  5. Mix in buttermilk and fold in dry ingredients until combined.
  6. Pour batter into prepared pan evenly.
  7. In a separate bowl, blend cream cheese until smooth; add egg and powdered sugar gradually.
  8. Spread cream cheese mixture over the batter.
  9. Bake for 45-48 minutes until edges are golden and center is slightly jiggly.
  10. Cool completely before serving; dust with powdered sugar.

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Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating lemon zest or almond extract into the batter or filling. Serve warm for extra gooeyness or chilled for a firmer texture.

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