Description
Indulge in the rich and decadent flavors of our Gooey Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake—a perfect dessert for chocolate and peanut butter lovers. With moist chocolate layers and creamy peanut butter frosting, this cake is topped with chocolate and peanut butter chips, making it an irresistible treat. Ideal for special occasions or simply satisfying a sweet craving, this cake is sure to impress.
Ingredients
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 cup buttermilk
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup boiling water
1 cup creamy peanut butter
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups powdered sugar
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup chocolate chips
1/2 cup peanut butter chips
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 8-inch round cake pans.
- Prepare the Batter: In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add the vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla extract. Beat on medium speed until well combined. Reduce the speed to low and carefully add the boiling water. Beat on high speed for 1 minute.
- Bake the Cake: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare the Peanut Butter Frosting: Beat together the peanut butter and softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and beat until smooth. Add heavy cream and beat on high until light and fluffy.
- Assemble the Cake: Place one cake layer on a serving plate, spread a layer of frosting on top, and repeat with the remaining layers. Drizzle chocolate chips and peanut butter chips over the top.
Notes
Ensure the cakes are completely cool before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
For an extra decorative touch, you can add a sprinkle of crushed peanuts on top.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 10 servings
- Calories: 550 kcal per serving
Keywords: Gooey Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake, Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake, Chocolate Cake with Peanut Butter Frosting, Peanut Butter Cake, Easy Chocolate Cake Recipe