Gooey Chocolate Cake Recipe

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A slice of Gooey Chocolate Cake with rich frosting on a plate, showcasing its moist and dense texture with a shiny ganache center.

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Gooey Chocolate Cake is made with a moist chocolate sponge, a soft and creamy center, and topped with smooth chocolate frosting. This cake is known for its dense and fudgy texture inside, which makes every bite a delightful experience.

Ingredients List:

Ingredients for the Cake:

  • 1 and 3/4 cups (220g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups (400g) granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup (65g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk, at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (240ml) boiling water or hot coffee

For the Gooey Center:

  • 1/2 cup (90g) chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
  • 1/3 cup (80ml) heavy cream

Ingredients for the Frosting:

  • 1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
  • 3 and 1/2 cups (440g) powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup (45g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) heavy cream or milk, more if needed
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • A pinch of salt

How to Make Gooey Chocolate Cake:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper for easy removal.
  2. Make the Cake Batter:
    • In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
    • Add eggs, buttermilk, oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and beat on medium speed for 2 minutes. The batter will be thin.
    • Stir in boiling water or hot coffee until fully combined (the batter will be liquidy, but this is correct).
  3. Bake the Cake:
    • Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans.
    • Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
    • Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 10 minutes in the pans, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  4. Make the Gooey Center:
    • Place chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl.
    • Heat the heavy cream until it just begins to simmer, then pour it over the chocolate chips.
    • Let it sit for 2-3 minutes, then stir until smooth.
    • Once the cakes have cooled, remove a small round piece from the top center of one cake layer and fill it with the chocolate ganache.
  5. Make the Frosting:
    • Beat the butter on medium speed until creamy.
    • Sift in the powdered sugar and cocoa powder to avoid lumps.
    • Add the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and salt.
    • Beat on low speed for 30 seconds, then switch to high speed and beat for 2 minutes.
    • If the frosting is too thick, add more cream. If it’s too thin, add more powdered sugar.
  6. Assemble the Cake:
    • Place one cake layer on your serving plate or stand.
    • Spread frosting evenly on top.
    • Top with the second layer, and spread frosting all over the top and sides of the cake.

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