The Ice Cream That Made Us Famous: Gooey Butter Cake Ice Cream
At Clementine's Naughty & Nice Ice Cream, we take pride in crafting unforgettable flavors—but one stands above the rest: Gooey Butter Cake Ice Cream. This flavor put us on the map, earning the ultimate approval from Oprah, who called it the "sexiest ice cream alive." If you've never enjoyed tasting this St. Louis classic in ice cream form, consider this your official invitation to dive into pure, buttery indulgence.
What Is Gooey Butter Cake?
Born from sweet serendipity in 1930s St. Louis, Gooey Butter Cake owes its creation to a recipe mishap. A German-American baker accidentally reversed the butter and flour proportions, crafting a cake with an irresistibly gooey center. True to Depression-era ingenuity, the "mistake" was sold instead of discarded and quickly became a runaway hit. Today, this decadent delight is a beloved icon and a signature of our hometown's culinary legacy.
This cake bakes up with a soft, custard-like center and a crisp, sugary top made with yellow cake mix, cream cheese, and a generous amount of butter. It's an irresistible balance of buttery richness and melt-in-your-mouth texture—so we had to turn it into an ice cream flavor!
The Magic Behind Our Gooey Butter Cake Ice Cream
Our Gooey Butter Cake ice cream is a love letter to this St. Louis treasure. We fold chunks of gooey filling and flaky, caramelized crust into our rich, tangy cream cheese ice cream base, striking the perfect balance of creamy, sweet, and buttery decadence. One scoop, and you'll taste why this flavor is a hometown legend and a nationwide obsession.
Unlike other brands that have tried to replicate this flavor, our version stays true to tradition. We start with a decadent cream cheese ice cream, then fold in real gooey butter cake pieces, a hint of brown butter, and just the right amount of salt.
Ingredient Highlights:
- Cream cheese ice cream – Rich, tangy, and ultra-creamy.
- Gooey butter cake pieces – Authentic, buttery chunks of ooey gooey butter cake with a nostalgic, bakery-fresh taste.
How to Enjoy It
Our Gooey Butter Cake Ice Cream is perfect straight from the pint, but here are a few fun ways to savor it:
🍰 Pair it with a slice of gooey butter cake for the ultimate indulgence.
🍯 Drizzle it with honey for a touch of extra sweetness.
🍪 Sandwich it between two vanilla cookies for an ice cream sandwich like no other.
🍦 Scoop it onto warm brownies or a slice of cheesecake for a rich, melty dessert.
🥜 Swirl in some peanut butter for a salty-sweet twist.
Join the Trend – Taste the Ice Cream That Started It All
While Blue Bell Ice Cream and Jeni's Splendid Ice Cream have jumped on the trend, there's only one original—and it's waiting for you at Clementine's. Whether from St. Louis or beyond, this flavor is a must-try for dessert lovers everywhere. Visit one of our scoop shops or order online to experience the magic for yourself.
You can enjoy this flavor year-round at all our parlor locations and online for national shipping.
