White Castle Butter Cake
White Castle Butter Cake is a rich, sweet dessert served warm with a soft, gooey center and a golden, buttery crust. Popular at White Castle restaurants, it’s known for its melt-in-your-mouth texture and indulgent flavor. This comforting treat pairs perfectly with ice cream and has become a fan favorite among those who enjoy classic, homestyle desserts.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer or hand whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- 9×13 inch baking pan
- Spatula
- Cooling rack
- Cake sticks or wooden skewers
- Knife (to cut cake into sticks)
Ingredients
- 1 cup 2 sticks unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup whole milk or buttermilk
- 4 oz cream cheese softened
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan or line with parchment paper. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes) using an electric mixer or whisk.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Alternately add the dry ingredients and milk (or buttermilk) to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined—do not over mix.
- Gently fold in the softened cream cheese, blending it lightly into the batter for a rich, creamy texture. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan on a cooling rack. Once cooled, cut the cake into sticks or rectangular pieces.
- Insert cake sticks or wooden skewers into each piece to create your dessert on-a-stick. Serve as is or dust with powdered sugar, drizzle with melted chocolate, or add a light glaze for extra sweetness.
Notes
The cream cheese adds moisture and richness, keeping the cake delightfully gooey without making it messy. For a fun twist, you can dip the sticks in melted chocolate or coat with crushed nuts or sprinkles.