Best 2 Butter Pecan Gooey Cake Recipes

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Indulge in the decadent delight of Butter Pecan Gooey Cake, a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This irresistible cake features a moist and tender crumb, generously studded with crunchy pecan pieces and enveloped in a luscious caramel sauce, resulting in a harmonious blend of sweet, nutty, and gooey goodness. As you savor each bite, the richness of the butter and the subtle notes of vanilla and brown sugar create a symphony of flavors that dance on your palate. The gooey caramel sauce, with its velvety texture and slightly chewy consistency, adds an extra layer of decadence that elevates this cake to a truly exceptional dessert experience. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary journey, this Butter Pecan Gooey Cake is sure to impress with its irresistible charm and unforgettable taste.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

BUTTER PECAN GOOEY CAKE



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Get your glass of milk ready! This cake is ooey, rich, and full of butter pecan flavor. Using the pecan-flavored cake mix is genius. Adding the pecans on top gives a little extra crunch. Make this for friends and family and it will disappear quickly!

Provided by Lisa Allen

Categories     Cakes

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 box butter pecan cake mix
3 eggs
1/2 c butter, melted
1 8 oz. cream cheese (softened)
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
1 16 oz. box confectioners' sugar
1 c chopped pecans

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  • 2. In a large bowl, mix by hand the dry cake mix, 1 egg, and melted butter. Pat into the bottom of the greased pan and set aside.
  • 3. With electric mixer, beat softened cream cheese, 2 eggs, and vanilla well. Add confectioners sugar and beat well. Pour filling onto cake mixture and spread evenly.
  • 4. Sprinkle with chopped pecans.
  • 5. Bake for 40 to 50 minutes. You want the center to be a little gooey, so don't over bake.

GOOEY BUTTER PECAN CAKE



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I was in an antique store just out of Savannah,Ga and an older Southern Gentleman made these and served with coffee or tea ... he gave me this recipe which has became a favorite.

Provided by SheilaJo Gillingham

Categories     Cakes

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 box butter pecan cake mix
3 eggs
1 1/2 stick margerine -or- butter ... not spread! melt seperately
1 large 8 oz. pkg cream cheese - softened
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 box 16 oz. confectioners sugar

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 and grease 13X9 pan.
  • 2. Prepare cake mix by adding 1 egg and 1 stick of margarine. Press into pan.
  • 3. Mix with mixer ... softened Cream Cheese, remaining 2 eggs, then add confectioners sugar (reserve enough to dust lightly over finished cake ... approx.2 Tablespoons) mix well and add remaining stk. of melted margarine ... stir well,stir in vanilla.
  • 4. Pour over batter in the pan. Bake 40 - 50 minutes without opening oven door ... When done cake will look Fluffy ... after it cools,give it a light dusting of the confectioners sugar. Enjoy!
  • 5. This is also good with Chocolate cake mix and a lite sprinkle of coconut (or 1/3 cup choc. chips) in cream cheese mixture or lemon cake mix and just a little lemon juice in cream cheese mixture ... use your imagination!

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the final flavor of your cake.
  • Make sure your butter is at room temperature. This will help it cream together with the sugar more easily.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cake tough.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Overbaking can dry out the cake.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help the frosting set properly.

Conclusion:

With its gooey center, buttery pecan flavor, and crunchy pecan topping, this Butter Pecan Gooey Cake is the perfect dessert for any occasion. It's easy to make and always a hit with family and friends. So next time you're looking for a delicious and impressive dessert, give this Butter Pecan Gooey Cake a try. You won't be disappointed!

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