Irresistible Apple Gooey Butter Cake
This dessert embodies warm, homemade goodness with a perfect fusion of flavors from apples, cream cheese, and buttery cake.
Ingrédients
Cake Base
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1 large egg
Cream Cheese Mixture
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 large eggs remaining eggs for the mixture
- 3 3/4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 1/2 cups chopped apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp) adds delightful tartness
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a medium bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, one egg, and melted butter. Mix until a soft dough forms.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan, creating an even layer for the cake base.
Cream Cheese Mixture
- In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Add the remaining two eggs, vanilla extract, and cinnamon. Mix until well combined and fluffy.
- Gradually incorporate the powdered sugar into the mixture, beating until smooth and thick.
- Gently fold in the chopped apples to ensure even distribution.
Assembling and Baking
- Pour the creamy apple mixture over the cake base, spreading it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes until edges are set and the center jiggles slightly.
- Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares.
Notes
Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra indulgent treat. For varied flavors, consider adding a caramel drizzle or nuts.