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Pumpkin Gooey Butter Cake

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This Pumpkin Gooey Butter Cake combines the warmth of pumpkin and spices with a gooey texture. It’s an easy dessert that brings comfort and joy to any occasion.

  • Total Time: 0 hours
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 box yellow cake mix
  • 4 large eggs (1 egg and 3 eggs separated)
  • 8 ounces unsalted butter (2 sticks, separated and melted)
  • 1 1/2 cups pumpkin puree
  • 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup dark brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your pan with parchment and cooking spray.
  • Mix yellow cake mix, 1 stick melted butter, and 1 egg until combined. Press into the pan.
  • In a separate bowl, blend pumpkin puree, cream cheese, 3 eggs, brown sugar, remaining melted butter, vanilla, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg.
  • Pour filling over the cake base. Bake for 40-50 minutes until golden brown on top and gooey in the center.
  • Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use softened cream cheese for easier mixing.
Do not overmix the pumpkin filling to keep it light.
Substitute dark brown sugar with light brown for a milder taste.

  • Author: Jesseca
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40-50 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 25
  • Sodium: 300
  • Fat: 18
  • Saturated Fat: 10
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 45
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 4
  • Cholesterol: 90