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Decadent Pistachio Gooey Butter Cake
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Decadent Pistachio Gooey Butter Cake You’ll Crave Again and Again

This Decadent Pistachio Gooey Butter Cake is a rich, nutty dessert that promises to impress at any gathering.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Cooling Time30 minutes
Total Time1 hour 30 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Decadent Dessert, Easy Cake Recipe, Gooey Butter Cake, Indulgent Treat, Pistachio Cake, Special Occasion Cake
Servings: 12 slices
Calories: 320kcal

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • spatula

Ingredients

For the Base Layer

  • 1 box Pistachio Pudding Mix
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter softened
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 3 Eggs large
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder

For the Gooey Topping

  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese softened
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar
  • 1 cup Chopped Pistachios

Instructions

How to Make Decadent Pistachio Gooey Butter Cake

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  • Cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add in the eggs one at a time, mixing well.
  • Sift in the all-purpose flour, pistachio pudding mix, and baking powder. Mix gently.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly.
  • In another bowl, beat together cream cheese, remaining eggs, powdered sugar, and another packet of pistachio pudding mix.
  • Pour the topping over the batter without mixing the two layers.
  • Bake for 40-45 minutes, until the edges are golden and the center jiggles.
  • Allow to cool completely before slicing into squares and sprinkle with chopped pistachios.

Notes

For an extra touch, serve with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.