Best 2 Philadelphia Style Butter Cake Recipes

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Philadelphia-style butter cake is a Southern classic that is known for its rich, buttery flavor and delicate crumb. The cake is made with simple ingredients such as butter, sugar, flour, eggs, and milk, but the combination of these ingredients creates a truly special and memorable dessert. Whether you are a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this guide will provide you with step-by-step instructions and expert tips to help you create the perfect Philadelphia-style butter cake every time.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PHILADELPHIA STYLE BUTTER CAKE



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This is a very rich, sweet, gooey, buttery cake. I store leftovers in the refrigerator and they taste just like cheesecake! Yummy!

Provided by MARBALET

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Cake Mix Cake Recipes     Yellow Cake

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 egg
1 (18.25 ounce) package yellow cake mix
½ cup butter, softened
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 (16 ounce) package confectioners' sugar, sifted
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour one 9x13 inch pan.
  • Beat together 1 egg, cake mix, and butter for 5 minutes. Mix and pour into prepared pan.
  • Cream together cream cheese, confectioners' sugar, 2 eggs, and vanilla extract. Pour this on top of the cake base.
  • Bake 35-40 minutes until browned. Cool 15 minutes and cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 242 calories, Carbohydrate 35.7 g, Cholesterol 44.2 mg, Fat 10.3 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 205.7 mg, Sugar 27.7 g

PHILADELPHIA STYLE BUTTER CAKE



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Need a change from chocolate cake? Try this very rich, sweet, gooey and buttery cake. Store in the refrigerator.

Provided by Linda Moore

Categories     Cakes

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 egg
1 box yellow cake mix (18.25oz)
1/2 c butter, softened
8 oz cream cheese, softened
2 c confectioners' sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and flour one 9x13 inch pan.
  • 2. Beat together 1 egg, cake mix, and butter for 5 minutes. Mix and pour into prepared pan.
  • 3. Cream together cream cheese, confectioners' sugar, 2 eggs and vanilla extract. Pour this on top of the cake base.
  • 4. Bake 35-40 minutes until browned. Cool 15 minutes and cut into squares.

Tips:

  • Use room temperature ingredients to ensure even mixing and a smooth batter.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy for a richer, more flavorful cake.
  • Gradually add the eggs to the batter, one at a time, to prevent curdling.
  • Sift the dry ingredients together before adding them to the batter to ensure even distribution.
  • Do not overmix the batter, as this can result in a tough, dense cake.
  • Bake the cake in a preheated oven to ensure even baking.
  • Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.

Conclusion:

Philadelphia-style butter cake is a classic dessert that is easy to make and loved by people of all ages. With its moist, tender crumb and rich, buttery flavor, it is the perfect cake for any occasion. Whether you are a seasoned baker or a beginner, you will be able to create a delicious Philadelphia-style butter cake with the help of the tips and recipes provided in this article.

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