Chocolate Ooey Gooey Cake – Rich, Fudgy & Irresistible
A rich, indulgent chocolate cake with a gooey, custard-like topping and crackly crust. Perfect for any chocoholic craving a decadent dessert.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 12–16 servings 1x
Ingredients
Chocolate Base:
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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1½ cups granulated sugar
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½ tsp salt
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2 large eggs
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½ cup melted unsalted butter
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1 tsp vanilla extract
Gooey Topping:
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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2 large eggs
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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½ cup melted unsalted butter
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3 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and line a 9×13-inch pan.
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Mix base ingredients until just combined. Spread into pan.
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Beat topping ingredients until smooth. Pour over base and spread evenly.
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Bake for 35–40 minutes, until edges are set but center still jiggles.
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Cool before slicing. Serve warm, room temp, or chilled.
Notes
Store at room temp for 2 days or refrigerate for 5. Freeze individual slices if needed. Add caramel or nuts for variations.