Description
Experience the bliss of a homemade gooey butter cake that melts in your mouth. This delightful dessert boasts a rich, creamy center with a golden-brown crust, making it the perfect treat for any occasion—from birthdays to casual weeknight indulgences. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll create a crowd-pleaser that leaves everyone craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (sifted)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a medium bowl, melt the unsalted butter and let cool slightly.
- Combine melted butter with granulated sugar in a large bowl. Add eggs and vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
- Sift in all-purpose flour and baking powder; mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading evenly.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes until golden brown on top and slightly jiggly in the center.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 303
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 105mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 78mg