Description
Chocolate Pecan Ooey Gooey Butter Cake is a decadent dessert that combines the richness of chocolate with the crunch of pecans. It features a dense chocolate base topped with a gooey, sweet filling and a creamy layer of cheese. This Southern-inspired treat is easy to make and offers a delightful mix of flavors and textures — soft, gooey, and slightly crunchy with each bite. It’s the perfect dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
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1 box chocolate cake mix (or homemade chocolate cake batter)
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2 large eggs
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½ cup melted butter
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1 cup chopped pecans
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1 cup corn syrup (or maple syrup/agave syrup)
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1 cup brown sugar
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2 large eggs (for the filling)
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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1 ½ cups powdered sugar
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2 large eggs (for the topping)
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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Optional: chocolate chunks, caramel sauce for drizzling
Instructions
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Prepare the Base: In a large bowl, combine chocolate cake mix, eggs, and melted butter. Stir until smooth, then press the mixture into a greased baking dish.
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Make the Pecan Filling: Whisk together eggs, brown sugar, corn syrup, vanilla extract, and chopped pecans. Pour over the cake base.
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Make the Topping: In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until fluffy. Spread over the pecan filling.
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Bake the Cake: Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Bake for 45-50 minutes until the edges are set, and the center slightly jiggles when shaken.
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Cool and Serve: Let the cake cool in the pan. Cut into squares and serve. Optionally, top with caramel sauce or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Notes
Use a dense cake mix for the base to keep the layers separate.
You can make this cake ahead of time; it’s even better the next day.
Freezes well—wrap slices tightly in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Southern Comfort, Cake
- Method: Mixing, Baking
- Cuisine: Southern, American