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Cozy Gooey Butter Pecan Cake Dessert

Cozy Gooey Butter Pecan Cake Dessert: Warm Comfort Awaits

Indulge in the comforting flavors of Cozy Gooey Butter Pecan Cake Dessert, featuring gooey textures and toasted pecans.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Base
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter substitute with margarine for dairy-free option
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans walnuts or almonds work well for nut-free version
  • 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour use gluten-free flour blend for gluten-sensitive diners
  • 2 large Eggs consider flaxseed eggs for vegan alternative
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder make sure it’s fresh for best rise
  • 0.5 teaspoon Baking Soda complements baking powder beautifully
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt enhances flavor and balances sweetness
For the Cream Cheese Layer
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese opt for dairy-free for a vegan twist
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar organic is a great choice for purists
For the Liquid Ingredients
  • 1 cup Buttermilk milk with vinegar or lemon juice is a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract pure extract provides optimal taste
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar brown sugar can add more depth
  • 0.5 cup Heavy Cream find a dairy-free alternative for vegan options

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Medium saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Large Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. Melt ½ cup of unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over low heat, then toast 1 cup of chopped pecans for 3-4 minutes.
  3. Beat together 8 oz of cream cheese and 1 cup of powdered sugar until smooth, then mix in 1 large egg.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together the cooled brown butter, 1 cup of granulated sugar, 2 large eggs, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 2 tablespoons of bourbon.
  5. Whisk together 1.5 cups of all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons of baking powder, 0.5 teaspoon of baking soda, and 0.5 teaspoon of salt in a separate bowl.
  6. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, then stir in ½ cup of buttermilk.
  7. Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan, spread the cream cheese mixture, top with remaining batter and reserved toasted pecans.
  8. Bake for 40-45 minutes until edges are golden and center is slightly jiggly.
  9. Cool for 15 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  10. Make the caramel sauce by melting 1 cup of granulated sugar, then add ½ cup of butter and ½ cup of heavy cream until smooth.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 5gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 35gVitamin A: 900IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chilling is key to achieving the rich, gooey texture. Keep an eye on your caramel to prevent burning.

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