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Pumpkin Gooey Butter Cake

Published: Nov 4, 2020 · Modified: Nov 17, 2020 by heather · This post may contain affiliate links

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This pumpkin gooey butter cake recipe is inspired by Paula Deen’s classic recipe. Made with a cake mix crust and topped with dense, creamy, sweet pumpkin filling. This gooey butter cake is the perfect pumpkin dessert for fall and winter.

Slice pumpkin cake.

These pumpkin gooey bars are one of my all time favorite desserts, especially for the holiday season. I grew up with my mom making several different versions of Paula Deen’s ooey gooey butter cakes but pumpkin is by far the best in my opinion.  

This pumpkin cake is made with a cake mix crust making it quick and easy to make.

It’s topped with a creamy pumpkin filling with pumpkin spice. We like topping it off with a dusting of powdered sugar or whipped cream. 

What you need

Cake mix – You can use yellow, butter pecan or spice cake mix. 

Pumpkin puree – Do not substitute canned pumpkin pie. You want to look for the pure pumpkin. 

Butter – Use sweet cream, unsalted butter. 

Cream cheese – I prefer using the full fat cream cheese for a richer flavor. 

Eggs – Four eggs are used for this recipe to help make the crust and the batter. 

Powdered sugar –

Pumpkin pie spice – Use homemade pumpkin pie spice or store bought. 

How to make pumpkin gooey butter cake

Scroll to the bottom for full recipe, ingredients and video. 

  1. Base: Stir together cake mix, butter and egg until combined. Put it in a 9 x 13 baking dish and spread it out to cover the bottom of the dish making a crust. 
  2. Filling: Beat together pumpkin puree and softened cream cheese until combined and smooth. Mix in vanilla, egg, butter, and pumpkin pie spice until combined. Mix in powdered sugar. Pour the pumpkin mixture over the cake mix base. 
  3. Bake: Bake at 350 degrees F for 40 minutes. 
  4. Serve: Let the pumpkin cake completely cool before serving. Serve with whipped cream, cool whip or ice cream. 

cake mix, eggs, cream cheese butter, powdered sugar

Does gooey butter cake need to be refrigerated?

This cake can be stored covered at room temperature for about 4 days or in the refrigerator for 5-6 days. You can also freeze it in an airtight container for up to 6 months, just thaw in the refrigerator overnight when ready to serve. 

Recipe tips

  • Make sure that the cream cheese is softened before mixing with pumpkin. 
  • Since each oven cooks a little different I recommend checking the cake at 40 minutes. Mine usually takes 45-50 minutes. The edges should be set but the center might be a little loose. Once it cools it should set. 
  • Let the cake cool before slicing and serving. This helps it set and not fall apart. 

This gooey butter cake is perfect for the holiday season. We usually serve it for Thanksgiving and even Christmas. 

Fork with piece of gooey butter cake

More pumpkin recipes

  • Pumpkin dip – Fluffy dip made with pumpkin puree. 
  • Air fryer roasted pumpkin seeds – Easy way to roast pumpkin seeds. 
  • Pumpkin cheesecake bars – Made with a pecan crust and pumpkin cheesecake topping. 
  • Pumpkin hummus – A savory dip featuring pureed pumpkin. 
  • Pumpkin magic bars – Layers of chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, coconut and pumpkin. 

Make this gooey butter cake? Feel free to leave a star rating and comment below. 

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Pumpkin Gooey Butter Cake

Delicious pumpkin cake made with a cake mix crust and gooey pumpkin center. Recipe inspired by Paula Deen.
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time40 mins
Total Time50 mins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: pumpkin
Servings: 12
Calories: 235kcal
Author: Heather

Ingredients

Crust

  • 1 box yellow cake mix
  • 1 egg
  • 8 tablespoons butter, melted

Filling

  • 1 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 15 oz pumpkin
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 8 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin spice

Instructions

  • Preheat 350 degrees F.
  • To make the crust, mix together cake mix, egg and butter.
  • Spray 9 x 13 baking dish with non-stick cooking spray or line with parchment paper.
  • Spread crust batter in baking dish to cover the bottom, making a crust.
  • To make the filling, use an electric mixer to combine cream cheese and pumpkin until smooth.
  • Beat in eggs, vanilla extract and melted butter. Add in powdered sugar and pumpkin spice. Spread the pumpkin mixture over the cake batter and bake for 40-50 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 235kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 95mg | Sodium: 155mg | Potassium: 20mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 553IU | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 1mg
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Comments

  1. Mama Maggie's Kitchen says

    November 7, 2020 at 11:38 pm

    5 stars
    I’m drooling over your Pumpkin Gooey Butter Cake! It looks absolutely scrumptious and perfect!

    Reply
  2. Marysa says

    November 7, 2020 at 1:15 am

    These sound like an awesome dessert! I think this would be a great alternative to pie, since it can be divided into smaller serving sizes.

    Reply
  3. Kathy says

    November 6, 2020 at 5:14 pm

    This sure does look amazing. I have some pumpkin to use up, so I’ll have to try making these. I bet they’re going to taste wonderful too.

    Reply
  4. Janeane M Davis says

    November 6, 2020 at 4:47 pm

    People go pumpkin crazy this time of year so this recipe is sure to be a hit with them.

    Reply
  5. Aaris Grant says

    November 6, 2020 at 4:10 pm

    This looks positively delicious! I HAVE to try this recipe ASAP.

    Reply
  6. Jennifer says

    November 6, 2020 at 12:12 pm

    This sounds so good! We’re staying home for the holidays this year, so we’re looking for ideas of things to make. Thanks for the suggestion!

    Reply
  7. Nikki Wayne says

    November 6, 2020 at 6:34 am

    5 stars
    I like the way it looks so much, looks so delicious

    Reply
  8. Melissa says

    November 6, 2020 at 12:19 am

    5 stars
    Oh my! This pumpkin gooey butter cake looks amazing! Gluten Free too! I am going to make it!

    Reply
  9. GiGi Eats says

    November 6, 2020 at 12:00 am

    Anything described as GOOEY I am here for! Yes, please!

    Reply
  10. Catalina says

    November 5, 2020 at 9:59 pm

    5 stars
    Deliciousness! I love everything pumpkin! Must try!

    Reply
  11. Sarah Bailey says

    November 5, 2020 at 8:06 pm

    Ohh now this sounds like it would be absolutely delicious! I have to admit I am really surprised with all the different things you can do with pumpkin!

    Reply
  12. Amber Myers says

    November 5, 2020 at 7:42 pm

    Yum, this is my kind of dessert. I love my pumpkin treats and this looks delicious.

    Reply
  13. Tammy says

    November 5, 2020 at 7:17 pm

    5 stars
    I LOVE gooey cakes. This sounds so good. Must try and put with my other gooey cake recipes.

    Reply

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