Chocolate Marble Gooey Butter Cake
Indulge in pure decadence with this Chocolate Marble Gooey Butter Cake, a dessert that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. Combining the irresistible flavors of buttery vanilla and rich chocolate, this recipe features a soft yellow cake crust topped with a creamy, swirled mixture of cream cheese, cocoa, and powdered sugar. The marbled design not only adds an elegant touch but also ensures every bite delivers a delightful contrast of flavors. With a perfectly gooey center and lightly set edges, this cake is a melt-in-your-mouth treat that’s ready in about an hour. Perfect for any occasion, it’s a crowd-pleasing dessert that pairs beautifully with coffee or milk. Treat yourself to this easy-to-make masterpiece that brings together the best of comfort and elegance!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp whole milk
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C), and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, melted butter, and 1 egg. Stir until the mixture forms a soft, cohesive dough. Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form the crust.
In another large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Add the powdered sugar, 2 large eggs, and vanilla extract, and beat on low speed until fully combined and fluffy. This is your topping mixture.
Scoop out 1 cup of the topping mixture and place it into a smaller bowl. Add the cocoa powder and milk to this smaller portion, and mix until smooth and fully incorporated to create the chocolate layer.
Pour the remaining vanilla cream cheese mixture over the crust in the baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
Dollop spoonfuls of the chocolate mixture on top of the vanilla layer. Use a butter knife to gently swirl the chocolate mixture into the vanilla layer, creating a marbled effect. Be careful not to disturb the crust.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes. The edges should be set while the center remains slightly gooey. Avoid overbaking, as the gooey texture is key to this cake.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Once cooled, slice into squares or rectangles to serve.
Enjoy your rich and indulgent Chocolate Marble Gooey Butter Cake with a cup of coffee or a glass of milk!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5719 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 244.8 g | 314% | |
| Saturated Fat | 127.5 g | 638% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1071 mg | 357% | |
| Sodium | 3246 mg | 141% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 896.2 g | 326% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.0 g | 93% | |
| Total Sugars | 685.3 g | ||
| Protein | 69.5 g | 139% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 904 mg | 70% | |
| Iron | 20.3 mg | 113% | |
| Potassium | 1882 mg | 40% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
