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Pumpkin Gooey Butter Cake

Pumpkin Gooey Butter Cake Recipe

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If you’re craving a dessert that embodies the warm, inviting flavors of fall, look no further than this Pumpkin Gooey Butter Cake Recipe. This delightful treat combines creamy pumpkin filling with a buttery cake base to create a unique texture that’s simply irresistible. With its gooey center and spiced aroma, this cake is the ultimate comfort food for gatherings, Thanksgiving celebrations, or cozy nights at home. The best part? It’s incredibly easy to make with just a handful of wholesome ingredients. Once you take that first bite, you’ll see why this recipe has become a cherished favorite in many homes!

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, melted)
  • 1 1/2 cups pumpkin puree
  • 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup dark brown sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp ground ginger

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a springform or round cake pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, mix the yellow cake mix, half of the melted butter (1 stick), and 1 egg until well combined. Pour into the prepared pan.
  3. In another bowl, blend pumpkin puree, softened cream cheese, remaining eggs (3), dark brown sugar, remaining melted butter, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger until smooth.
  4. Pour the pumpkin filling over the cake batter in the pan.
  5. Bake for 40 to 50 minutes until golden brown—check that the center remains gooey.
  6. Let it cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

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