Description
Indulge in this rich, fudgy, and decadent Ooey Gooey Chocolate Cake with a molten chocolate center that melts in your mouth. A dream come true for chocolate lovers!
Ingredients
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For the Cake Base:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
For the Gooey Topping:
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, salt, granulated sugar, and brown sugar.
- In another bowl, whisk melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth.
- Gradually add wet ingredients to dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- For the gooey topping, heat heavy cream and melted butter in a saucepan over low heat. Add chocolate chips and stir until smooth and melted.
- Pour the chocolate topping over the cake batter—do not mix.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until the edges are set, but the center remains gooey and soft.
- Let cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar.
- Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for the ultimate treat!
Notes
- Best served warm for that perfect molten, fudgy texture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- Reheat in the microwave for 10-15 seconds to restore the gooey goodness.
- Add a pinch of espresso powder to enhance the chocolate flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American