Simple Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake Recipe

Name: Simple Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: FOR THE CAKE:; 1/2 cups Creamy Peanut Butter; 1/2 cups Butter, Softened; 4 Eggs; 1 package (18 1/2 Oz. Size) Yellow Cake Mix; 2/3 cups Water; FOR THE GANACHE:; 3/4 cups Semisweet Chocolate Chips; 3 Tablespoons Butter; 1 Tablespoon Light Corn Syrup

Servings: persons

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For the cake:
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1. Preheat oven to 325u00b0F (165u00b0C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or two oblong pans like I used.
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2. In a medium-sized bowl, combine peanut butter and butter. Cream until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at time and mix well.
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3. Add cake mix and water and stir until combined. Pour batter into prepared pans.
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4. Bake for 22 minutes or until inserted toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely before frosting.
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For the ganache:
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1. In a double boiler over hot water, combine chocolate chips, butter, and corn syrup.
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2. Stir until chips are melted and mixture is smooth. Spread warm glaze over top of cake, letting it drizzle down the sides or let cool and spread evenly on top. Refrigerate if you wish to let it harden a bit.

775

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: FOR THE CAKE:, 1/2 cups Creamy Peanut Butter, 1/2 cups Butter, Softened, 4 Eggs, and more.

Yes, Simple Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Simple Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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