Outrageously Gooey Chocolate Pecan Dream Cake — 9 Decadent Reasons This Sinful Classic Steals the Show

Thank you for being here — truly. This is the kind of cake that doesn’t whisper dessert… it announces it. This Gooey Chocolate Pecan Dream Cake is rich, buttery, unapologetically indulgent, and exactly the kind of bake you bring out when you want eyes to widen and forks to pause mid-air.

Let’s say it clearly for SEO and dessert lovers alike: Gooey Chocolate Pecan Dream Cake is a deeply rich, tender cake layered with melty chocolate chips and crunchy pecans, baked until the center is gloriously gooey and the edges are perfectly golden.

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Overview of Gooey Chocolate Pecan Dream Cake

This cake walks the perfect line between brownie, butter cake, and Southern-style pecan dessert. It’s soft, dense, and gooey in the center with pools of chocolate and toasted pecans in every bite.

Why you’ll love it

• Ultra-buttery and indulgent
• Perfectly gooey center
• Loaded with chocolate chips and pecans
• Crowd-pleasing and holiday-ready
• Easy to make with pantry staples

What it tastes like
Imagine a fudgy chocolate-studded butter cake with caramel-like richness from brown sugar and crunchy pecans baked right into the top. Warm, decadent, and impossible to eat just one slice.

Ingredients

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For the Cake

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1½ cups granulated sugar
• ½ cup light brown sugar, packed
• 3 large eggs, room temperature
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup whole milk or heavy cream
• ½ cup chocolate chips
• 1 cup chopped pecans

Optional Gooey Topping (Highly Recommended)

• ½ cup sweetened condensed milk
• Extra chocolate chips for sprinkling

Tools You’ll Need

• Mixing bowls
• Electric mixer
• 9×13-inch baking pan
• Parchment paper
• Rubber spatula

Substitutions & Additions

• Swap pecans for walnuts
• Use dark chocolate chips for intensity
• Add espresso powder (½ tsp) to deepen chocolate flavor
• Serve warm with vanilla ice cream

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How to Make Gooey Chocolate Pecan Dream Cake

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This cake is simple — no fancy steps, just rich rewards.

1. Preheat & Prep
   Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line and grease a 9×13-inch pan.
2. Cream Butter & Sugars
   Beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add Eggs & Vanilla
   Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla.
4. Mix Dry Ingredients
   Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
5. Combine
   Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk to the butter mixture.
6. Fold in Chocolate & Pecans
   Gently fold in chocolate chips and chopped pecans.
7. Bake
   Spread batter evenly in pan. Bake 35–40 minutes until edges are set and center is slightly gooey.
8. Optional Gooey Finish
   Drizzle condensed milk over hot cake and let soak in.
9. Cool Slightly & Serve
   Let cool 20 minutes before slicing — or serve warm for ultimate decadence.

What to Serve with Gooey Chocolate Pecan Dream Cake

• Vanilla bean ice cream
• Whipped cream
• Strong coffee or espresso
• A dusting of powdered sugar

Tips for Making It Perfect

• Don’t overbake — center should jiggle slightly
• Toast pecans for deeper flavor
• Use room-temperature ingredients
• Let rest before slicing for clean cuts

Storage Instructions

• Room temperature: 2 days, covered
• Refrigerator: Up to 5 days
• Freezer: Freeze slices up to 2 months
• Reheat: Warm gently for gooey texture

General Information

Chocolate-pecan desserts are deeply rooted in Southern baking traditions — rich, celebratory, and meant to be shared. This cake channels that heritage with a modern, gooey twist.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this more cake or brownie?
Somewhere gloriously in between.

Can I make it ahead?
Yes — it tastes even better the next day.

Can I reduce the sugar?
Slightly, but gooey cakes thrive on richness.

Is it freezer-friendly?
Absolutely.

Conclusion

This Gooey Chocolate Pecan Dream Cake is indulgence at its finest — rich, nostalgic, and utterly unforgettable. Perfect for holidays, potlucks, or anytime you need a dessert that delivers maximum joy.

If you loved this, don’t miss my Ferrero Rocher Cake next — another chocolate dream worth every bite.

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Nutritional Information (Per Slice – Approx.)

Nutrient	Amount
Calories	420
Fat	26g
Carbohydrates	42g
Sugar	28g
Protein	6g
Sodium	180mg

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