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Chocolate Ooey Gooey Cake Recipe

Chocolate Ooey Gooey Cake Recipe

4.7 from 19 reviews

Indulge in the ultimate chocolate lover’s dream with this decadent Chocolate Ooey Gooey Cake. A rich and fudgy dessert that’s sure to satisfy your sweet tooth!

Ingredients

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For the Cake Base:

  • 1 (15.25 oz) box chocolate cake mix
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large egg

For the Cream Cheese Layer:

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Prepare the Cake Base: In a large bowl, mix the cake mix, melted butter, and 1 egg to form a dough. Press this into the baking dish.
  3. Make the Cream Cheese Layer: Beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add 2 eggs, vanilla extract, powdered sugar, and cocoa powder. Fold in the chocolate chips.
  4. Assemble and Bake: Pour the cream cheese mixture over the cake base and bake for 40–45 minutes until the center is gooey yet edges are set.
  5. Cool and Serve: Let the cake cool completely before slicing into squares.

Notes

  • Don’t overbake for that perfect gooey texture!
  • Enhance with whipped cream, powdered sugar, or ice cream.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge.

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