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Gooey Peanut Butter Chocolate Cake 🧡🍫🍰


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  • Author: khaoula belabess
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in the ultimate dessert with this Gooey Peanut Butter Chocolate Cake. Rich chocolate layers are paired with creamy peanut butter frosting, making it a perfect treat for any occasion!


Ingredients

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  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • ¼ cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup mini peanut butter cups, chopped
  • ¼ cup crushed peanuts
  • ½ cup chocolate ganache (optional for drizzle)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 8-inch round cake pans.
  • In a large bowl, stir together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla to the flour mixture and beat on medium speed until well combined.
  • Reduce speed to low and carefully add boiling water to the cake batter. Beat on high for about 1 minute.
  • Pour batter evenly into the prepared cake pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Allow cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove from pans and cool completely on a wire rack.
  • For the frosting, beat peanut butter and softened butter together until creamy. Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and heavy cream and beat until light and fluffy.
  • Assemble the cake by placing one layer on a serving plate and spreading with frosting. Repeat with the second and third layers.
  • Frost the top and sides of the cake. Decorate with chopped mini peanut butter cups and crushed peanuts. Drizzle with chocolate ganache if desired.

Notes

  • For best results, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting.
  • This cake is best served the same day it’s made but can be stored in the fridge.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 43g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 27g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 62g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 9g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg