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Three gooey Spice Cake Pecan Chess Squares with a golden, cracked crust are stacked on a plate, revealing a dense, moist layer beneath the flaky top. In the background, more tempting bars wait in the baking dish.
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Spice Cake Pecan Chess Squares

Spice Cake Pecan Chess Squares are a cozy dessert made with warm spices, crunchy pecans, and a soft, gooey center — perfect for fall gatherings or anytime you crave a comforting treat.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 15
Calories: 455kcal

Ingredients

  • 15.25 ounce spice cake mix
  • 3 eggs
  • ½ cup butter softened
  • 2 cups chopped pecans
  • 8 ounce cream cheese softened
  • 3 ½ cups powdered sugar

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350-degrees.
  • Add the spice cake mix and softened butter to a bowl and mix well. Add 1 egg and mix.
  • Press into a greased 9″ x 13″ baking dish.
  • In a separate bowl, add the cream cheese and powdered sugar and mix well.
  • Add 2 eggs and mix well.
  • Pour the batter on top of the pecan crust mix and spread evenly throughout the pan.
  • Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a cake tester or knife comes out mostly clean.

Notes

Nutrition is approximate.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 455kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 64mg | Sodium: 299mg | Potassium: 192mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 42g | Vitamin A: 449IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 59mg | Iron: 2mg