Decadent Double Chocolate Gooey Butter Cake
Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with this Decadent Double Chocolate Gooey Butter Cake. Rich, velvety, and luscious, this recipe hails from the Food Network and is sure to astonish chocolate lovers everywhere. With a creamy, melt-in-your-mouth filling nestled atop a fudgy chocolate base, each bite will leave you craving more. This cake is not for the faint of heart; it delivers a powerful, sweet punch that will make your knees buckle in delight. Perfect for gatherings, celebrations, or when you just need a little extra chocolate happiness!
20
Servings
N/A
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
butter
1 cup (melted, plus additional for greasing the pan)
chocolate cake mix
1 (18.25 ounce) package
eggs
3 (divided)
cream cheese
1 (8 ounce) package
cocoa powder
3-4 tablespoons
powdered sugar
2 cups
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon
chopped nuts
1 cup (your choice (e.g., pecans, walnuts))
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
Lightly grease a 13x9-inch baking pan with butter to prevent sticking.
3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, 1 egg, and 1 stick of melted butter. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
4
Transfer the cake mixture into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly using a spatula.
5
In another bowl, beat the cream cheese with a handheld mixer on medium speed until it becomes smooth and creamy.
6
Add the remaining 2 eggs, cocoa powder, and powdered sugar to the cream cheese mixture, and continue to mix until all ingredients are fully combined.
7
Gradually mix in the remaining stick of melted butter and the vanilla extract, beating until the filling is completely smooth.
8
Carefully fold in the chopped nuts using a spatula.
9
Pour and spread the creamy filling evenly over the chocolate cake base in the baking pan.
10
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-50 minutes. Keep a close eye on it to ensure the center remains slightly gooey.
11
Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool partially on a wire rack before slicing.
12
Serve slices warm on their own or with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Decadent Double Chocolate Gooey Butter Cake?
It is a rich, velvety, and luscious dessert from the Food Network featuring a fudgy chocolate base and a creamy, melt-in-your-mouth chocolate filling.
What oven temperature is required for this recipe?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
What size baking pan is needed?
A 13x9-inch baking pan is required for this cake.
How should I prepare the baking pan?
Lightly grease the 13x9-inch baking pan with butter to prevent the cake from sticking.
What ingredients make up the chocolate cake base?
The base consists of one 18.25-ounce package of chocolate cake mix, 1 egg, and 1 stick of melted butter.
How many eggs are used in total for this recipe?
A total of 3 eggs are used: 1 for the base and 2 for the filling.
How much butter is needed for the entire recipe?
You will need 1 cup (2 sticks) of melted butter, plus additional butter for greasing the pan.
How do I prepare the cream cheese filling?
Beat the cream cheese until smooth, then add 2 eggs, cocoa powder, and powdered sugar. Gradually mix in melted butter and vanilla extract, then fold in nuts.
What type of cream cheese should be used?
The recipe calls for one 8-ounce package of cream cheese.
How much powdered sugar is required for the filling?
The filling requires 2 cups of powdered sugar.
How much cocoa powder is added to the filling?
You should use 3-4 tablespoons of cocoa powder.
What kind of nuts should I use?
You can use 1 cup of your choice of chopped nuts, such as pecans or walnuts.
When do I add the vanilla extract?
The 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract should be mixed in gradually with the second stick of melted butter.
How do I incorporate the chopped nuts?
The nuts should be carefully folded into the filling mixture using a spatula after the other ingredients are smooth.
How long does the cake need to bake?
Bake the cake for 40-50 minutes in the preheated oven.
What is the target texture for the center of the cake?
The center of the cake should remain slightly gooey.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes approximately 20 servings.
How should the cake be cooled?
Allow the cake to cool partially on a wire rack before slicing and serving.
What are the recommended serving suggestions?
Serve slices warm on their own or with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream.
What is the primary flavor profile of this dessert?
It is a powerful, sweet, and double chocolate dessert with a rich, buttery finish.
What equipment is recommended for the filling?
A handheld mixer is recommended to beat the cream cheese on medium speed.
What size is the chocolate cake mix package?
The recipe specifies one 18.25-ounce package of chocolate cake mix.
Is the butter used in the mixture melted or cold?
The butter should be melted before being added to both the base and the filling.
Can I use a spatula to spread the base?
Yes, use a spatula to spread the cake mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan.
Does the cake have a fudgy texture?
Yes, the recipe description notes a fudgy chocolate base.
What is the origin of this recipe?
This decadent recipe hails from the Food Network.
How many sticks of butter are in the base?
There is 1 stick of melted butter in the base mixture.
How many sticks of butter are in the filling?
There is 1 stick of melted butter in the filling mixture.
Is this cake suitable for celebrations?
Yes, it is described as perfect for gatherings, celebrations, or whenever you need chocolate happiness.
What category of food does this fall under?
This recipe is categorized as a Dessert.