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Gooey Butter Pecan Cake

Gooey Butter Pecan Cake: A Cozy Slice of Sweet Heaven

This Gooey Butter Pecan Cake combines rich creaminess with buttery pecans, making it a delightful dessert for any occasion.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Base
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Make sure it's fresh
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness
  • ½ cup Butter Unsalted
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Softened
  • 4 cups Powdered Sugar
  • 3 large Eggs Room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Opt for pure for best flavor
For the Crunch
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans Can substitute walnuts or omit for nut-free
  • 1 teaspoon Maple Extract Optional for extra flavor

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Hand mixer or Stand mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream butter and cream cheese until smooth.
  4. Gradually add powdered sugar and mix until creamy.
  5. Incorporate eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
  6. Combine dry ingredients with wet mixture, then fold in chopped pecans.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared dish and bake for 40-45 minutes.
  8. Cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing and serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Also, it can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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