Description
This Gooey Lemon Butter Cake is a sweet and tangy dessert that combines the rich flavor of lemon with a buttery, gooey center. Easy to make with a lemon cake mix, it’s perfect for anyone craving a refreshing, indulgent treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lemon cake mix (any brand)
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/2 cup butter, melted (for butter mixture)
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened (for butter mixture)
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for butter mixture)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the lemon cake mix according to package instructions (usually adding water, eggs, and oil).
- Stir in the lemon zest to the cake batter for added flavor.
- Pour the batter into a greased baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, mix the melted butter, softened cream cheese, and powdered sugar until smooth to make the butter mixture.
- Pour the butter mixture over the prepared cake batter.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the cake is set but still slightly gooey in the center.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- The cake will have a soft, gooey texture in the center, which is the signature characteristic of this dessert.
- If you prefer a more intense lemon flavor, add a bit of lemon juice to the batter or the butter mixture.
- Let the cake cool for a bit before slicing to allow it to set.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes