Butter Pecan Ooey Gooey Cake is the ultimate comfort dessert for anyone who loves rich, buttery flavors and crunchy toasted pecans. This Southern-inspired dessert features a soft, moist cake base topped with a luscious cream cheese and butter filling that bakes into an irresistibly gooey center. Finished with a generous layer of toasted pecans, every bite is packed with creamy sweetness and nutty crunch, making it a dessert that's impossible to resist.
This cake is a favorite for family gatherings, holiday dinners, potlucks, and special occasions because it's incredibly easy to prepare while tasting like it came from a professional bakery. The buttery topping caramelizes beautifully in the oven, creating a rich golden finish that pairs perfectly with the creamy filling underneath. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or enjoy it chilled straight from the refrigerator. Either way, it's a dessert that people will ask you to make again and again.
This Butter Pecan Ooey Gooey Cake features a moist butter cake base, creamy cheesecake-like filling, and toasted pecans for an unforgettable dessert.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Mix the butter cake mix, one egg, and ½ cup melted butter until a soft dough forms. Press the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
Beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the eggs, vanilla extract, melted butter, and powdered sugar. Mix until creamy and lump-free.
Pour the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cake base.
Combine the pecans, brown sugar, and melted butter. Spread evenly over the cream cheese layer.
Bake for 40–45 minutes. The center should remain slightly soft and gooey while the edges become lightly golden.
For the best flavor, lightly toast the pecans before adding them to the topping. Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
