Best Ooey Gooey Butter Cake Recipe – Soft, Creamy and Irresistible
A decadent, butter-rich dessert bar layered with a tender golden cake crust and topped with a smooth, velvety cream cheese filling that bakes into a perfectly gooey finish. Each bite is soft, sweet, and indulgently creamy, making it an irresistible crowd-pleaser for holidays, potlucks, or whenever you’re in the mood for a comforting, melt-in-your-mouth treat.
Ingredients
For the Base:
2 1/4 cups (280 g) all-purpose flour
1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup (226 g) unsalted butter, melted
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Topping:
8 ounces (226 g) cream cheese, softened
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 cups (480 g) powdered sugar
1/2 cup (113 g) unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9×13-inch baking pan.
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In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
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Add melted butter, egg, and vanilla. Mix until a soft dough forms.
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Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan.
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In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
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Add eggs and vanilla; mix well.
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Gradually mix in powdered sugar and melted butter until smooth.
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Pour topping over crust and spread evenly.
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Bake for 40–45 minutes until edges are golden and center slightly jiggles.
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Cool completely before slicing. Refrigerate for cleaner cuts if desired.
Notes
Do not overbake to maintain the gooey center. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days. Freeze individual slices for up to 2 months.