Best 2 Gooey Butter Pecan Cake Recipes

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Indulge in the decadence of "gooey butter pecan cake", a dessert that takes you on a journey of taste and texture. This irresistible cake combines the richness of butter, the sweetness of pecan, and the perfect amount of gooeyness to create an experience that will leave you craving more. With its unique combination of flavors and textures, this cake is sure to become a favorite for any occasion. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, this article will guide you through the process of creating the perfect "gooey butter pecan cake", providing you with step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure success.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

BUTTER PECAN GOOEY CAKE



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Get your glass of milk ready! This cake is ooey, rich, and full of butter pecan flavor. Using the pecan-flavored cake mix is genius. Adding the pecans on top gives a little extra crunch. Make this for friends and family and it will disappear quickly!

Provided by Lisa Allen

Categories     Cakes

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 box butter pecan cake mix
3 eggs
1/2 c butter, melted
1 8 oz. cream cheese (softened)
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
1 16 oz. box confectioners' sugar
1 c chopped pecans

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  • 2. In a large bowl, mix by hand the dry cake mix, 1 egg, and melted butter. Pat into the bottom of the greased pan and set aside.
  • 3. With electric mixer, beat softened cream cheese, 2 eggs, and vanilla well. Add confectioners sugar and beat well. Pour filling onto cake mixture and spread evenly.
  • 4. Sprinkle with chopped pecans.
  • 5. Bake for 40 to 50 minutes. You want the center to be a little gooey, so don't over bake.

GOOEY BUTTER PECAN CAKE



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I was in an antique store just out of Savannah,Ga and an older Southern Gentleman made these and served with coffee or tea ... he gave me this recipe which has became a favorite.

Provided by SheilaJo Gillingham

Categories     Cakes

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 box butter pecan cake mix
3 eggs
1 1/2 stick margerine -or- butter ... not spread! melt seperately
1 large 8 oz. pkg cream cheese - softened
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 box 16 oz. confectioners sugar

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 and grease 13X9 pan.
  • 2. Prepare cake mix by adding 1 egg and 1 stick of margarine. Press into pan.
  • 3. Mix with mixer ... softened Cream Cheese, remaining 2 eggs, then add confectioners sugar (reserve enough to dust lightly over finished cake ... approx.2 Tablespoons) mix well and add remaining stk. of melted margarine ... stir well,stir in vanilla.
  • 4. Pour over batter in the pan. Bake 40 - 50 minutes without opening oven door ... When done cake will look Fluffy ... after it cools,give it a light dusting of the confectioners sugar. Enjoy!
  • 5. This is also good with Chocolate cake mix and a lite sprinkle of coconut (or 1/3 cup choc. chips) in cream cheese mixture or lemon cake mix and just a little lemon juice in cream cheese mixture ... use your imagination!

Tips:

  • Use a high-quality Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot for even heating and to prevent burning.
  • Make sure the oil is hot enough before adding the popcorn kernels. You can test the oil by dropping a few kernels into the pot. If they pop right away, the oil is ready.
  • Don't overcrowd the pot with popcorn kernels. This will prevent them from popping evenly.
  • Shake the pot constantly while the popcorn is popping. This will help to distribute the heat evenly and prevent the popcorn from burning.
  • Once the popping slows down to a few seconds between pops, remove the pot from the heat and pour the popcorn into a large bowl.
  • Season the popcorn to your liking. Some popular seasonings include salt, butter, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and chili powder.
  • Store leftover popcorn in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Making popcorn at home is a quick, easy, and affordable snack that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With just a few simple ingredients and a few minutes of your time, you can have a delicious and healthy snack that is perfect for any occasion.

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