Description
Indulge in the heavenly flavors of our Delicious Gooey Butter Pecan Cake, a delightful dessert that embodies comfort and decadence. This cake is perfect for any occasion, from family gatherings to holiday celebrations, with its rich buttery flavor and crunchy pecans creating an irresistible taste sensation. The creamy, gooey center melts in your mouth, making every slice a treat to remember. Simple to prepare with readily available ingredients, this cake is as enjoyable to make as it is to eat. Elevate your dessert game and impress your guests with this quick yet indulgent recipe that promises to satisfy every sweet craving.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- 1 1/4 cups chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1 whole egg
- 1 egg yolk
- 2 1/2 cups icing sugar
- 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking pan.
- In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- Using an electric mixer, cream unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in cream cheese, one whole egg, and one yolk until blended.
- Gradually incorporate dry ingredients until just combined; fold in chopped pecans.
- Pour batter into the pan and bake for about 60 minutes or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cooling before serving warm or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg