Description
Rich Louisiana-style pumpkin gooey butter cake delivers pure autumn indulgence. Creamy pumpkin filling nestled over a buttery crust creates irresistible comfort that will make you crave another slice.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 4 large eggs (1 egg for crust, 3 eggs for filling)
- 8 ounces (226 grams) unsalted butter, melted (2 sticks, divided)
- 1 ½ cups pumpkin puree
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
Sweet Enhancers:
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Spices:
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
Instructions
- Craft a buttery foundation by blending cake mix, melted butter, and an egg until a cohesive dough forms.
- Gently press the mixture into a parchment-lined pan, creating an even, thin crust layer that will serve as the cake’s base.
- In a separate mixing vessel, whisk together pumpkin puree, cream cheese, eggs, dark brown sugar, remaining butter, vanilla, and warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger until completely smooth and well-integrated.
- Carefully cascade the luxurious pumpkin mixture over the prepared crust, ensuring an uniform distribution across the entire surface.
- Position the pan in a preheated oven set to 350°F, allowing the cake to transform and bake for approximately 40-50 minutes.
- Monitor the surface, looking for a golden-brown exterior while maintaining a slightly jiggly center that promises a decadent, gooey texture.
- Remove from the oven and permit the cake to rest and settle for at least 10 minutes, during which the center will gradually firm and the flavors will meld.
- Slice and serve, revealing the luscious, velvety interior that exemplifies the quintessential pumpkin gooey butter cake experience.
Notes
- Make sure to use room temperature ingredients for smoother mixing and better texture.
- Overmixing the crust layer can lead to a tough, dense base, so mix just until combined.
- Check the cake around 40 minutes to prevent over-browning, as every oven varies slightly.
- Let the cake cool completely for cleaner, more defined slices that hold their shape.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, covering tightly to maintain moisture.
- For best flavor, serve slightly chilled or at room temperature with a dollop of whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg