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Delicious Gooey Butter Pecan Cake

Delicious Gooey Butter Pecan Cake to Wow Your Guests

This delicious gooey butter pecan cake features a creamy, gooey center and buttery crust, perfect for impressing guests.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Base
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Use salted butter for extra flavor.
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Softened for easy mixing.
  • 2 Eggs Ensure at room temperature.
  • 4 cups Icing Sugar Consider powdered erythritol for a low-sugar alternative.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can use gluten-free flour.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder Do not skip or substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans Swap for walnuts or almonds if desired.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • hand mixer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with unsalted butter.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together unsalted butter and cream cheese until smooth and fluffy.
  3. Add one whole egg and one egg yolk; mix until fully incorporated.
  4. Gradually sift in icing sugar, mixing on low speed until smooth and glossy.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  6. Slowly add dry mixture to wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
  7. Fold in chopped pecans gently to maintain airiness.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for approximately 60 minutes.
  9. Let the cake cool in the pan for about 20-30 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 4gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 210mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 26gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for best texture. Avoid overmixing to maintain gooey consistency. Experiment with variations like chocolate chips or different nuts to suit personal tastes.

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