Description
Indulge in the irresistible decadence of Chocolate Ooey Gooey Cake, a rich and moist dessert that combines the best of chocolate cake and cheesecake in one delightful treat.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chocolate Cake Base:
- 1 box chocolate cake mix (15.25 oz)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
For the Cream Cheese Layer:
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 3/4 cups powdered sugar (about 1 lb)
- Optional toppings: whipped cream, chocolate chips, or a dusting of cocoa powder
Instructions
- Prepare the Chocolate Cake Base: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Combine the cake mix, melted butter, and 1 egg in a bowl. Press the mixture into the baking dish.
- Make the Cream Cheese Layer: In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add 2 eggs, cocoa powder, and vanilla. Mix well. Gradually beat in the powdered sugar until smooth. Pour over the chocolate cake base.
- Bake: Bake for 40-45 minutes until edges are set and center is slightly jiggly. Cool for 20 minutes before slicing. Serve with optional toppings.
Notes
- For extra richness, add chocolate chips or nuts before baking.
- Avoid overbaking to keep the center gooey.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 48 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 64 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
