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St. Louis Gooey Butter Cake

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A rich and creamy dessert with a delightful gooey texture, perfect for family gatherings and celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1 teaspoon powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
  2. Cream together the softened butter and sugar until smooth.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the butter and sugar mix.
  5. Pour the thick batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
  6. Combine the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth.
  7. Spread the cream cheese mixture over the batter evenly.
  8. Bake for 40-45 minutes until golden on top, with a gooey center.
  9. Cool in the pan before cutting into squares.

Notes

Serve warm with a dusting of powdered sugar, fresh berries, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

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