Paula Deen’s Soft Sticky Butter Cake

why make this recipe

Paula Deen’s Soft Sticky Butter Cake is a wonderful treat that everyone loves. It combines simple ingredients to create a rich and creamy dessert that melts in your mouth. This cake is perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or just a sweet snack at home. Its easy-to-follow steps make it suitable for bakers of all skill levels.

how to make Paula Deen’s Soft Sticky Butter Cake

Ingredients :

  • 1 box of cake mix
  • 1/2 cup of unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 egg
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 3 eggs
  • 4 cups powdered sugar

Directions :

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, melted butter, and 1 egg until smooth. Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
  3. In another bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add in the 3 eggs and mix until well combined. Gradually add in the powdered sugar, mixing until smooth.
  4. Pour the cream cheese mixture over the cake mix layer in the baking dish.
  5. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
  6. Allow to cool before cutting into squares and serving.

how to serve Paula Deen’s Soft Sticky Butter Cake

This cake is best served warm or at room temperature. Cut it into squares and place them on a nice serving plate. You can enjoy it plain, or add a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for extra indulgence.

how to store Paula Deen’s Soft Sticky Butter Cake

To store leftover cake, make sure it is completely cooled. Place the cut pieces in an airtight container. You can keep it in the fridge for about a week. If you want to keep it longer, consider freezing individual pieces. Just wrap them tightly in plastic wrap and then place them in a freezer-safe bag.

tips to make Paula Deen’s Soft Sticky Butter Cake

  • Make sure your cream cheese is softened before mixing for a smooth texture.
  • Don’t overmix the batter to keep the cake light and fluffy.
  • For added flavor, you can mix in some vanilla extract or lemon zest into the cream cheese mixture.

variation

You can customize this recipe by adding chocolate chips or nuts for texture. You can also swap the cream cheese for a flavored cream cheese, such as pumpkin spice, to change the taste entirely.

FAQs

Can I use light cream cheese in this recipe?

Yes, you can use light cream cheese to reduce the calories, but it may change the texture slightly.

What if I can’t find cake mix?

You can make a homemade cake mix using flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

How long does the cake take to cool?

It usually takes about 30 minutes to cool before you can cut it into squares.

Soft Sticky Butter Cake

A rich and creamy dessert that melts in your mouth, perfect for family gatherings and potlucks.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

Cake Mixture
  • 1 box cake mix
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large egg
Cream Cheese Mixture
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 3 large eggs
  • 4 cups powdered sugar

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, melted butter, and 1 egg until smooth. Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
  3. In another bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add in the 3 eggs and mix until well combined. Gradually add in the powdered sugar, mixing until smooth.
  4. Pour the cream cheese mixture over the cake mix layer in the baking dish.
Baking
  1. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
  2. Allow to cool before cutting into squares and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 200mgSugar: 30g

Notes

Best served warm or at room temperature. Enjoy plain or with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

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