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Paula Deen’s Ooey Gooey Butter Cake

This cake combines a rich, creamy filling with a buttery cake base, offering a sweet treat that’s perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in. Easy to make and impossible to resist!

  • Total Time: 24 minute
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 (18 1/4-ounce) package yellow cake mix
  • 1 large egg
  • 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 (16-ounce) box powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a bowl, mix cake mix, 1 egg, and melted butter until smooth.
  • Press mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking pan to form a base.
  • In a separate bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth.
  • Mix in 2 eggs, melted butter, and vanilla until blended, then add powdered sugar gradually.
  • Spread cream cheese filling evenly over the cake base.
  • Bake for 40 to 50 minutes until edges are set but center is slightly gooey.
  • Cool slightly before slicing and serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for easy mixing.
Avoid overmixing the batter; combine just until smooth.
Bake until edges are set while keeping the center soft for that gooey texture.

  • Author: Rachael
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40-50 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Southern

Nutrition

  • Calories: 270
  • Sugar: 30
  • Sodium: 240
  • Fat: 10
  • Saturated Fat: 6
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 40
  • Fiber: 0
  • Protein: 4
  • Cholesterol: 60