Ooey Gooey Autumn Spice Cake Recipe
A decadent and moist Ooey Goey Autumn Spice Cake featuring a spiced cake crust topped with a rich, creamy cream cheese filling, perfectly baked to tender, delightful perfection. This dessert is a festive treat ideal for autumn gatherings and cozy evenings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 (15.25-ounce) box spice cake mix
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick), melted
- 1 egg
Filling
- 1 (8-ounce) block cream cheese, softened
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick), melted
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly spray a 13×9-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray to ensure the cake doesn’t stick.
- Make the Crust: In a large bowl, combine the spice cake mix, melted butter, and one egg. Stir well until fully combined to form the crust mixture. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to create a firm base.
- Prepare the Filling: In another large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with a mixer until smooth and creamy. Add the two eggs and mix thoroughly. Then add the melted butter and beat again. Gradually add the powdered sugar while mixing until all ingredients are fully combined. Finally, mix in the vanilla extract for added flavor.
- Assemble and Bake: Pour the cream cheese filling mixture evenly over the crust layer in the baking dish. Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40 to 50 minutes, or until the edges are set and just firm but the center remains slightly jiggly, signifying it’s perfectly gooey.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool completely in the baking dish. This cooling step ensures the cake firms up just enough for clean slicing. Once cooled, cut into squares and serve.
Notes
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for a smooth filling.
- Do not overbake; the center should remain slightly jiggly for the perfect ooey-gooey texture.
- Use a nonstick spray or grease the pan well to prevent sticking.
- For easier cutting, chill the cake after cooling completely.
- Optional: sprinkle a little cinnamon or nutmeg on top before baking for extra spice aroma.
Keywords: Autumn spice cake, cream cheese cake, spiced cake dessert, fall dessert, gooey cake recipe
