Gooey Butter Pecan Cake Recipe – Rich, Creamy & Irresistibly Decadent
For the Cake Base:
- 3 box yellow cake mix
- 1 ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 large egg
For the Gooey Layer:
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 6 large eggs
- 3 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 10 ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Topping:
- 3 cup chopped pecans
- 1 ½ cup caramel sauce (optional for drizzle)
Instructions
Step 1:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Step 2:
In a bowl, mix cake mix, melted butter, and egg until a dough forms. Press evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
Step 3:
In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add eggs, vanilla, and melted butter, mixing until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and mix until fully combined.
Step 4:
Pour the cream cheese mixture over the cake base, spreading evenly. Sprinkle chopped pecans on top.
Step 5:
Bake for 40–45 minutes. The center should remain slightly gooey while the edges are set. Let cool before slicing, then drizzle with caramel sauce if desired.
