National Gooey Butter Cake Day
Gooey butter cake is a St. Louis delicacy. It's chewy, creamy and incredibly rich—the perfect decadent dessert. It's no wonder that there's a day just to celebrate this culinary marvel: August 12! Here are all the ways you can eat gooey butter cake and celebrate this year.
Gooey, Buttery History
St. Louis legend goes that in the 1930s, a local German baker added too much butter to his coffee cake batter, stuck it in the oven and sold the gooey result anyway. This sticky, sweet pastry is now a local favorite and is often enjoyed as a type of coffee cake.
Did you know National Gooey Butter Cake Day was created by Schnucks? It’s true—National Day Archives recognizes this yummy holiday on 8/12.
Our Selection
Schnucks has a variety of Gooey Butter Cake options to satisfy even the sweetest tooth.
Gooey Butter Cake (Whole & Slice)
Gooey Butter Cake Cookies
Gooey Butter Cake Cream Liqueur
Gooey Butter Cake Ice Cream
Gooey Butter Cake Recipes
Put your own spin on the dessert with these gooey butter-inspired recipes.
A Taste of St. Louis
Gooey butter cake isn't the only thing St. Louis is known for. Find all the STL foodie essentials in this guide.