🍫 Homemade Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake A Decadent Fusion of Choco & Peanut Butter! 🥜
Indulge in a rich, moist cake where deep chocolate flavor meets creamy peanut butter bliss. This cake is perfect for any celebration or whenever you’re craving a slice of pure indulgence!
Ingredients
For the Cake:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1¾ cups granulated sugar
¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1½ tsp baking powder
1½ tsp baking soda
1 tsp salt
2 large eggs
1 cup milk
½ cup vegetable oil
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup boiling water
For the Peanut Butter Layer:
1 cup creamy peanut butter
For the Chocolate Frosting:
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups powdered sugar
¼ cup heavy cream
1 cup chocolate ganache (for topping)
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat and Prepare Pans:
Preheat your oven to 350°F.
Grease and flour two 9-inch cake pans.
2️⃣ Mix the Cake Batter:
In a large bowl, combine the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Beat for about 2 minutes until the batter is smooth.
Stir in the boiling water until fully incorporated (the batter will be thin, ensuring a moist cake).
3️⃣ Bake the Cake:
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cakes to cool completely before assembling.
4️⃣ Assemble the Cake:
If you like a distinct peanut butter layer, spread 1 cup of creamy peanut butter over one cake layer once it’s cooled.
Place the second cake layer on top.
5️⃣ Prepare the Chocolate Frosting:
In a medium bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
Gradually add the powdered sugar and heavy cream, beating until the frosting is smooth and fluffy.
Top the assembled cake with 1 cup of prepared chocolate ganache, letting it drizzle over the sides for a luscious finish.
6️⃣ Finish and Serve:
Once assembled and frosted, slice the cake into 12 slices.
Enjoy this decadent treat that’s sure to satisfy every chocolate and peanut butter craving!
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Calories: ~550 kcal per slice
Servings: 12 slices
Enjoy your Homemade Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake—where every bite is a delicious blend of chocolate richness and peanut butter perfection!
