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Maggiano’s Gigi Butter Cake Recipe

Maggiano's Gigi Butter Cake Recipe

Discover the secret to making Maggiano's Gigi Butter Cake recipe with our easy-to-follow guide. Perfect for any occasion, indulge in this buttery delight!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 12
Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Cake:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened (plus more for greasing)
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup whole milk

For the Cream Cheese Layer:

  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 egg
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions
 

Preparing the Cake:

  • Heat up and get ready: First, heat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your baking pan with butter to ensure a non-stick nirvana.
  • Cream the Butter and Sugar: Using your electric mixer, beat 1 cup of softened butter with 2 cups of granulated sugar until light and fluffy. This is the heart of the Gigi’s Butter Cake recipe from Maggiano’s, so make it count.
  • Add Eggs and Vanilla: Incorporate the eggs one at a time, then add the tablespoon of vanilla extract, mixing well after each addition.
  • Combine Dry Ingredients: Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
  • Merge Wet and Dry: Alternately add the dry ingredients and milk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the flour mix. Mix until just combined.
  • Pour and Smooth: Transfer the batter to the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.

Crafting the Cream Cheese Layer:

  • Mix Cream Cheese Magic: In a new bowl, beat the cream cheese, ½ cup sugar, 1 egg, and ½ teaspoon vanilla until smooth.
  • Layer it Up: Dollop the cream cheese mixture over the cake batter, then use a knife to gently swirl it into the batter, creating a marbled effect.

Baking to Perfection:

  • Bake: Slide your masterpiece into the oven and bake for about 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Cool: Allow the cake to cool in the pan on a wire rack before slicing. This patience-testing step is crucial.
  • Serve and Enjoy: Cut into squares, serve, and watch as your kitchen becomes the new Maggiano’s hotspot.
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