Butter Pecan Squares
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Butter Pecan Squares
Description
Butter Pecan Squares start with a crust made by blending a butter cake mix with an egg, softened butter, and chopped pecans. This forms a nutty, buttery base that is pressed into a greased 9x13-inch pan. The topping consists of cream cheese blended with the remaining eggs and powdered sugar, creating a thick, smooth layer poured over the crust before baking.
The baking process at 350°F develops a golden top and a firm but moist custard-like filling, balancing sweetness with a slight tang from the cream cheese. The pecans add a crunch and a nutty depth to the soft cake base.
After baking, the squares should cool completely—typically 1 to 2 hours—before cutting to allow the topping to set fully and maintain its shape. These squares can be stored refrigerated to keep the cream cheese layer fresh and served chilled or at room temperature.
Ingredients
- 1 box butter cake mix 18.25 ounces
- 3 large egg
- 1/2 cup butter softened
- 2 cups pecans chopped
- 8 ounces cream cheese room temperature
- 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, 1 egg, butter, and pecans. Mix well.
- Press into a greased 9x13 pan.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat together the cream cheese, 2 remaining eggs, and the powdered sugar until well combined. Pour over the crust.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the center is set. It should be gooey, but not runny.
- Cool completely before cutting, 1-2 hours. Store in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 16servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 427 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 427kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 55g | 18% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 65mg | 22% |
| Sodium | 345mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 103mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 40g | 80% |
| Vitamin A | 425IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 99mg | 10% |
| Iron | 1.2mg | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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