Description
Sweet Southern “chocolate pecan ooey gooey butter cake” delivers pure indulgence with rich chocolate and crunchy pecans melting into a classic dessert. Comfort baking meets decadent pleasure, promising irresistible moments you’ll savor down to the last delicious crumb.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 box (15.25 ounces/432 grams) chocolate cake mix
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
Filling Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 4 cups (454 grams) powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Topping Ingredients:
- 1 cup (113 grams) chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup (85 grams) chocolate chips
Instructions
- Craft a foundation for the decadent dessert by combining chocolate cake mix with melted butter and an egg, thoroughly blending until the mixture becomes a uniform consistency. Firmly press this chocolatey base into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, creating an even, compact layer.
- In a separate bowl, transform cream cheese into a silky smooth texture using an electric mixer. Incorporate eggs, unsweetened cocoa powder, and vanilla extract, ensuring each ingredient melds seamlessly.
- Gradually introduce melted butter to the cream cheese mixture, stirring continuously to maintain a luxurious, velvety texture. Slowly fold in confectioners’ sugar, one cup at a time, blending until the filling achieves a luscious, creamy consistency.
- Fold chopped pecans into the filling, distributing them evenly throughout the rich chocolate mixture.
- Carefully cascade the pecan-studded filling over the chocolate crust, spreading it to create a uniform layer that promises indulgent decadence.
- Position the baking dish in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C). Allow the cake to bake for 40-45 minutes, watching for set edges and a tantalizingly gooey center – be cautious not to overcook and compromise the signature texture.
- Extract the cake from the oven and permit it to cool completely within the baking dish, allowing the layers to settle and flavors to intensify.
- Once cooled, slice the cake into generous squares. Serve at room temperature or chilled, inviting guests to savor the rich, chocolatey, and supremely gooey experience.
Notes
- Swap cake mix for gluten-free version to accommodate dietary restrictions easily.
- Add extra pecans on top for crunchier texture and enhanced nutty flavor profile.
- Chill cake overnight for more intense chocolate taste and firmer consistency.
- Drizzle melted dark chocolate or caramel sauce before serving for elevated decadence.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg