Liberty Tree Tavern’s Ooey Gooey Toffee Cake is the kind of dessert that makes you wish every meal at Magic Kingdom could end on such a sweet note. Nestled in the heart of Liberty Square, this cozy colonial‐themed restaurant is known for its hearty comfort food, but it’s the rich, buttery toffee cake—served warm and gooey—that keeps guests talking long after they leave. Whether you’ve enjoyed it while watching parade floats pass by or are simply looking to recreate a bit of Disney magic at home, this recipe captures the essence of that perfectly caramelized center and tender crumb that make the Ooey Gooey Toffee Cake so unforgettable. Now you can make the Liberty Tree Tavern Ooey Gooey Toffee Cake recipe in the comfort of your own kitchen!
For this recipe, you'll make a cake base and topping. You will want to press the cake base into a 9x9 pan with your hands. I tried using a spoon but it didn't work very well. The key to the topping is to mix it for 2-3 minutes after you add the confectioner's sugar. That will make it nice and fluffy to go well with the cake base.
The ingredients for the Liberty Tree Tavern Ooey Gooey Toffee Cake include:
The Liberty Tree Tavern Ooey Gooey Toffee Cake is easy to make and the best way to enhance your holiday meal. This is a simple recipe that will transport you straight to the Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World. Check out my recipe for Liberty Tree Tavern turkey if you want to create other iconic Disney foods at home. Enjoy!
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The Liberty Tree Ooey Gooey Toffee Cake is iconic and a perfect dessert for a family dinner.
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
Make the cake base: combine ½ box of yellow cake mix, 1 egg yolk (reserve the egg white for the topping layer), and 4 tablespoons of butter in a mixing bowl. Stir until smooth.
Spread the mixture in a greased 9x9 pan and press into a smooth, even layer.
Make topping layer: In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese and 2 tablespoons softened butter until smooth. Add an egg plus the egg white from earlier, and vanilla and beat until combined. Add confectioners sugar, one cup at a time. Beat for 2-3 minutes.
Fold in the chocolate chips and Heath bits.
Pour the topping mixture over the top of the cake base and spread evenly.
Bake at 350 degrees for 35-40 minutes. The top should be golden brown and the center should be slightly jiggly, but the edges should be set. Cool on a cooling rack for at least 30 minutes.
Cut into squares and top with vanilla ice cream, Hershey's hot fudge, Smucker's caramel sauce, and more toffee bits. Serve immediately ♨ and enjoy!
Servings 8
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
