Gooey Chocolate Cake Recipe – Bakery-Style At Home
This Gooey Chocolate Cake Recipe is a rich, fudgy dessert with a creamy center and a delicate chocolate flakiness on top. It’s a crowd-pleaser that’s surprisingly simple to make.
Ingredients
For The Base Layer:
- 1 box 15.25 oz chocolate cake mix
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted
For The Gooey Filling:
- 2 large eggs
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
Step 1: Prep The Pan
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Line an 8×8-inch cake pan with parchment paper and coat it lightly with cooking spray. This keeps the cake from sticking and makes cleanup a breeze.
Step 2: Make The Base Layer
- In a bowl, mix the chocolate cake mix, 1 egg, and melted butter until it forms a thick dough.
- Press the dough evenly into the pan using your fingers or a spatula. Don’t worry if it feels sticky—this layer bakes into a soft, cookie-like crust!
Step 3: Whip Up The Filling
- In the same bowl (no need to wash it!), beat the cream cheese until smooth.
- Add 2 eggs, cocoa powder, powdered sugar, and vanilla. Mix until creamy and lump-free. Pour this over the base layer.
Step 4: Bake To Perfection
- Bake for 30–35 minutes. The edges should look set, but the center will still jiggle slightly—that’s your gooey magic!
- Let the cake cool for 20 minutes before slicing. The top will develop a thin, flaky crust as it cools.