Gooey Butter Cake

Gooey Butter Cake is a rich and indulgent dessert characterized by its creamy, buttery layer atop a soft, cake-like base. This gluten-free version offers the same delightful texture and flavor, making it a perfect treat for all occasions.

Ingredients

• Gluten-free all-purpose flour - 100 grams
• Granulated sugar - 150 grams
• Unsalted butter - 75 grams (melted)
• Eggs - 2 large
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• Cream cheese - 120 grams (softened)
• Powdered sugar - 100 grams
• Milk - 2 tablespoons

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a small baking dish (approximately 8x8 inches).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the gluten-free all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, melted butter, 1 egg, vanilla extract, and baking powder. Mix until well combined.
3. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly across the bottom.
4. In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth, then add the remaining egg, powdered sugar, and milk. Mix until fully incorporated.
5. Pour the cream cheese mixture over the batter in the baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
7. Remove from the oven and let it cool for about 10 minutes before slicing into squares and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 380
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 41 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 26 g
• Sodium: 320 mg
• Cholesterol: 120 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 12 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Provides a quick energy boost from carbohydrates.
• Contains protein from eggs and cream cheese.

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