Description
Sinful chocolate ooey gooey cake melts hearts with its rich, velvety layers of indulgence. Each forkful promises pure bliss, inviting you to savor a delectable journey through chocolate paradise.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup chocolate syrup
Topping and Binding Ingredients:
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp cream cheese
- 1/3 cup chocolate fudge sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and thoroughly grease a 9×13-inch baking pan with butter or cooking spray.
- Sift together flour, granulated sugar, and cocoa powder in a large mixing bowl to eliminate any potential lumps and ensure a smooth cake texture.
- Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and incorporate eggs, vanilla extract, milk, sour cream, vegetable oil, and chocolate syrup, whisking until the mixture becomes uniformly glossy and free of streaks.
- Gently fold melted butter into the batter, stirring carefully to maintain a light, airy consistency without overmixing.
- Pour the chocolate batter into the prepared pan, spreading evenly with a spatula to create a smooth surface.
- Sprinkle chocolate chips across the top of the batter, allowing them to slightly sink into the mixture.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, checking doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center – it should come out with a few moist crumbs.
- While the cake bakes, prepare the topping by whipping cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Fold in heavy cream and chocolate fudge sauce, creating a rich, decadent drizzle.
- Remove cake from oven and let cool for 15 minutes at room temperature.
- Drizzle the prepared cream cheese topping generously over the warm cake, allowing it to seep into the chocolatey layers.
- Serve warm for maximum gooey indulgence, optionally garnishing with additional chocolate chips or a dusting of powdered sugar.
Notes
- Manage chocolate chip distribution by gently folding them into the batter to prevent sinking to the bottom during baking.
- Use room temperature ingredients like eggs and milk to ensure smoother, more consistent mixing and better cake texture.
- Avoid overmixing the batter to maintain a light, tender crumb that prevents the cake from becoming dense or tough.
- Customize the recipe for dietary needs by substituting gluten-free flour, using dairy-free alternatives, or reducing sugar content for a healthier version.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 41 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 66 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg