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Chocolate Pecan Ooey Gooey Butter Cake

Decadent Chocolate Pecan Ooey Gooey Butter Cake Delight

A delightful and irresistible Chocolate Pecan Ooey Gooey Butter Cake that captivates with its rich chocolate and gooey center.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Base
  • 1 box Chocolate Cake Mix or red velvet, vanilla, or caramel for variations
  • 1/2 cup Melted Butter preferably unsalted
  • 1 large Egg for the crust
For the Gooey Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened to room temperature
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 4 cups Powdered Sugar
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans or substitute with dried fruits or chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup Chocolate Chips semi-sweet or milk

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • mixing bowls
  • spatula
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, mix the chocolate cake mix, melted butter, and 1 egg until a thick dough forms. Press into the bottom of the baking dish for the crust.
  3. In another bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the 2 eggs, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract, and blend until light and fluffy.
  4. Fold in the chopped pecans and chocolate chips gently into the cream cheese mixture.
  5. Pour the cream cheese filling over the crust and spread evenly.
  6. Bake for about 40-45 minutes until the edges are set and golden while the center remains slightly gooey.
  7. Let the cake cool for a few minutes before cutting into squares. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 35gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for extra indulgence. Store leftovers in an airtight container for best freshness.

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