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Gooey Chocolate Pecan Cake

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A rich and gooey chocolate pecan cake with a soft, almost molten center and a crunchy, buttery pecan topping, perfect for an indulgent dessert.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 9 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted (for topping)
  • 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
  2. In a bowl, whisk flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, mix melted butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract.
  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients to form a smooth batter.
  5. Pour batter into prepared dish and spread evenly.
  6. In a separate bowl, mix pecans, brown sugar, melted butter, chocolate chips, and heavy cream.
  7. Spoon topping evenly over the batter.
  8. Bake for 30–35 minutes until edges are set and center remains slightly gooey.
  9. Cool for 10–15 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Avoid overbaking to keep the center gooey.
  • Can substitute pecans with walnuts or almonds.
  • Add coffee powder to enhance chocolate flavor.
  • Serve warm with ice cream for best experience.
  • Store at room temperature or refrigerate for longer shelf life.

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