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Caramel Gooey Butter Cake

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๐Ÿงˆ These salted caramel ooey gooey butter cake bars combine the classic St. Louis-style gooey butter cake with rich salted caramel, creating an irresistible dessert that delivers the perfect balance of sweet and salty in every single bite.๐Ÿฌ The buttery crust with its signature gooey topping swirled with homemade salted caramel creates a textural masterpiece that will have everyone begging for the recipe and wondering how you created such an impressive yet simple-to-make treat.

  • Total Time: 3 hours 5 minutes
  • Yield: 24 bars 1x

Ingredients

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200 grams flour for base structure

150 milliliters olive oil for moisture

2 teaspoons salt for flavor balance

1 cup chopped vegetables for texture

1 box of yellow cake mix (about 432 grams) for foundation

1/2 cup (113 grams) butter for creamy richness

1 package (8 ounces or 226 grams) cream cheese for gooey topping

2 large eggs for binding

1 teaspoon vanilla extract for flavor

1 cup (240 ml) caramel sauce for sweetness

Instructions

1-First Step: Gather your ingredients and preheat your oven to 350ยฐF. This sets the stage for success, ensuring everything is ready and your oven is hot for even baking.

2-Second Step: In a large bowl, combine 200 grams of flour, 150 milliliters of olive oil, 2 teaspoons of salt, and 1 cup of chopped vegetables, mixing until well blended. This creates a unique base that adds an interesting layer to the traditional recipe.

3-Third Step: Add the yellow cake mix and 1/2 cup of softened butter to the mixture, then press this dough evenly into a greased baking dish. It forms the firm bottom layer that contrasts beautifully with the gooey top.

4-Fourth Step: For the topping, beat 1 package of softened cream cheese, 2 large eggs, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 1 cup of caramel sauce until smooth and creamy. Pour this over the base in the dish for that signature gooey effect.

5-Fifth Step: Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, checking that the edges are golden but the center still jiggles a bit. Let it cool completely on a wire rack before slicing, allowing the flavors to set just right.

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Notes

๐Ÿงˆ Don’t overbake the bars – the center should still be slightly jiggly when you remove it from the oven, as this is what creates the signature gooey texture that makes this dessert so special and irresistible.
๐Ÿฌ When making the salted caramel, have all your ingredients measured and ready to go before you start, as the process moves quickly once the sugar begins to melt and you won’t have time to measure during the critical moments.
โ„๏ธ These bars taste even better the next day after the flavors have had time to meld together and the caramel has fully set, so consider making them a day ahead for your event or gathering for the best flavor and texture.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cooling time: 2 hours
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 32g
  • Sodium: 220mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 11g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg