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Cozy Gooey Butter Pecan Cake Dessert

Cozy Gooey Butter Pecan Cake Dessert for Ultimate Indulgence

This Cozy Gooey Butter Pecan Cake Dessert is a rich and creamy treat perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Batter
  • 1 cup unsalted butter melted and cooled
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs or flaxseed eggs for vegan option
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour or gluten-free blend
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder check for freshness
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda check for freshness
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk or milk mixed with vinegar or lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract opt for pure extract
For the Cream Cheese Layer
  • 8 ounces cream cheese or dairy-free cream cheese for vegan version
  • 1 cup powdered sugar organic preferable
For the Topping and Sauce
  • 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts/almonds
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or dairy-free option

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • hand mixer
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. Melt 1 cup of unsalted butter and toast chopped pecans in the saucepan for 3-5 minutes.
  3. Beat together 8 ounces of cream cheese and 1 cup of powdered sugar until smooth.
  4. Combine cooled brown butter with 1 cup of sugar, then add 3 eggs, 1 tablespoon of vanilla, and mix well.
  5. Whisk together 1 cup of flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and a pinch of salt.
  6. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet, alternating with 1/2 cup of buttermilk until just combined.
  7. Layer half of the batter in the pan, dollop cream cheese mixture on top, then pour remaining batter over.
  8. Bake for 40-45 minutes until edges are golden and center is slightly jiggly.
  9. Cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then remove sides and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  10. Prepare caramel sauce by melting 1 cup of sugar, adding 1/2 cup of butter, and then pour in 1/2 cup of cream.
  11. Slice the cake, drizzle with caramel sauce, and serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use a springform pan for easy removal and perfect presentation. Don't skip the chilling time for a gooey texture.

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