Ingredients

For the Cake Base

• 1 box yellow cake mix
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Cinnamon Roll Gooey Filling

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1 Tablespoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg

For the Cream Cheese Drizzle

• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2-3 Tablespoons milk (adjust for desired consistency)

Procedure

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. In a large bowl, mix together the yellow cake mix, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined.
3. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
4. In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Thank
5. Add the eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar, mixing until fully combined.
6. Stir in the ground cinnamon and nutmeg until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
7. Pour the cinnamon filling over the cake base and spread evenly.
8. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center remains slightly gooey.
9. Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan before adding the drizzle.
10. In a medium bowl, whisk together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth and pourable.
11. Adjust the consistency with more milk if needed.
12. Once the cake has cooled, drizzle the cream cheese glaze generously over the top.
13. Slice and enjoy the decadent combination of cinnamon roll flavors and gooey butter cake with a creamy finish!

Cook’s Notes

For an extra indulgent touch, sprinkle chopped pecans or walnuts over the cream cheese drizzle before serving.