Description
Indulge in the ultimate Gooey Chocolate Pecan Cake a rich, fudgy chocolate dessert with a crispy pecan topping. This easy-to-make treat is perfect for family nights, elegant gatherings, or whenever you’re craving something irresistibly decadent!
Ingredients
– 1 cup (2 sticks / 226g) unsalted butter, softened
– 1½ cups (300g) granulated sugar
– ½ cup (100g) packed brown sugar
– 3 large eggs
– 1½ teaspoons pure vanilla extract
– 1½ cups (188g) all-purpose flour
– ½ cup (45g) unsweetened cocoa powder
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– ½ teaspoon salt
– 1 cup (115g) chopped pecans, lightly toasted
– ½ cup (120ml) milk
Add-Ins:
– 1 cup chopped pecans (toasted for extra flavor)
– Optional: ½ cup (90g) chocolate chips
Instructions
Preheat & Prep:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and lightly dust with flour.
Make the Batter:
- In a large bowl, cream together melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing after each addition.
- Stir in vanilla extract and milk.
Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined (do not over-mix).
Fold in Pecans & Chocolate Chips:
- Gently fold in chopped pecans and chocolate chips (if using).
Bake:
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until edges are set and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with moist crumbs (not wet batter).
Cool & Serve:
- Let the cake cool for 10–15 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm for the ultimate gooey texture!
Notes
- For extra crunch: Lightly toast the pecans before adding them to the batter.
- For a fudgier texture: Reduce baking time by a couple of minutes and check early.
- Want extra indulgence? Drizzle with caramel sauce or top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- Gluten-Free Option: Use a 1:1 gluten-free baking flour instead of all-purpose flour.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (out of 12
- Calories: 485
- Sugar: ~30g
- Sodium: ~150mg
- Fat: ~20g
- Saturated Fat: ~10g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: ~45g
- Fiber: ~3g
- Protein: ~5g
- Cholesterol: ~60mg