Indulge in Chocolate Pecan Ooey Gooey Butter Cake
Ingredients
- 1box of chocolate cake mix (15.25 oz - This forms the base of your cake, providing the rich chocolate flavor.)
- 1large egg - Essential for binding the ingredients together.
- ½ cupunsalted butter (melted - Adds moisture and richness to the cake.)
- 1 cupconfectioners' sugar - Sweetens the gooey middle and contributes to the overall texture.
- 8 ozcream cheese (softened - Rich and creamy, it’s vital for achieving that ooey gooey texture.)
- 2large eggs - Adds fluffiness and further binds the filling together.
- 1 cuppecans (chopped - Offers a delightful crunch and nutty flavor that complements the chocolate.)
- 1 teaspoonvanilla extract - Enhances the overall flavor profile of the cake.
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 9x13-inch baking pan by greasing it with cooking spray or butter.
- 2
Prepare the Chocolate Cake Base: In a large bowl, combine 1 box of chocolate cake mix, 1 large egg, and ½ cup melted unsalted butter. Mix until well combined. The batter will be thick.
- 3
Press the cake mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan. Use your hands or a spatula to spread it evenly.
- 4
Make the Gooey Filling: In a separate bowl, mix 8 oz of softened cream cheese with 1 cup of confectioners’ sugar using an electric mixer until smooth. Then add 2 large eggs and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Beat until everything is well combined and creamy.
- 5
Fold in the 1 cup of chopped pecans into the cream cheese mixture.
- 6
Pour the cream cheese mixture over the chocolate cake base. Use a spatula to spread it evenly over the top.
- 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes. The cake should be set around the edges but still gooey in the center. A toothpick inserted in the center should come out with moist crumbs, not completely clean.
- 8
Let it cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving. Serve warm or at room temperature for the best experience.