Best 6 Betty Crocker Peanut Butter Cake Recipes

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**Peanut Butter Cake: A Classic Treat with a Twist**

Indulge in the delightful world of peanut butter cake, a timeless classic that combines the irresistible flavors of peanut butter and chocolate. This delectable dessert is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a birthday celebration, a family gathering, or simply a sweet treat to brighten your day. With its moist and fluffy texture, rich peanut butter filling, and decadent chocolate ganache, this cake is sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more.

**Explore a Variety of Peanut Butter Cake Recipes:**

1. **Classic Peanut Butter Cake:** Experience the traditional peanut butter cake recipe that has been passed down through generations. With its simple yet flavorful combination of peanut butter, chocolate, and vanilla, this cake is a true crowd-pleaser.

2. **Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cake:** Take your peanut butter cake to the next level with the addition of chocolate chips. These morsels of chocolate add a delightful crunch and extra sweetness to every bite, making this cake a favorite among chocolate lovers.

3. **Peanut Butter Swirl Cheesecake:** Enjoy a unique twist on the classic peanut butter cake with this swirled cheesecake. The creamy cheesecake filling is infused with peanut butter, creating a luscious and velvety texture that perfectly complements the chocolate ganache topping.

4. **Peanut Butter Cupcakes:** Transform the classic peanut butter cake into bite-sized treats with these irresistible cupcakes. They are perfect for parties, potlucks, or as a special snack to enjoy with friends and family.

5. **Peanut Butter Brownies:** Combine the irresistible flavors of peanut butter and chocolate in these decadent brownies. With a fudgy texture and a rich peanut butter filling, these brownies are sure to satisfy your sweet cravings.

Each recipe in this article provides detailed instructions, helpful tips, and beautiful images to guide you through the baking process. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, you'll find the perfect peanut butter cake recipe to suit your taste and skill level. So preheat your oven, gather your ingredients, and let's embark on a delicious journey of peanut butter cake creations!

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW-COOKER REESE'S™ PEANUT BUTTER CUP SWIRL CAKE



Slow-Cooker Reese's™ Peanut Butter Cup Swirl Cake image

This cake is gooey, rich and over-the-top delicious!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ yellow cake mix
1 cup water
3 eggs
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1/3 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup chocolate-flavored syrup
3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
2 to 3 tablespoons milk
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons chocolate-flavored syrup
20 Reese's peanut butter cups miniatures, unwrapped and cut in half

Steps:

  • Spray a 5- to 6-quart oval slow cooker with cooking spray. In large bowl, beat cake mix, water, eggs, 1/2 cup peanut butter and the butter with electric mixer on low 30 speed seconds, then on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl.
  • Remove 2/3 cup of the batter to medium bowl; stir in 1/2 cup chocolate syrup to make chocolate fudge batter.
  • Spoon 1/2 of the peanut butter batter into the slow cooker, followed by all of the chocolate fudge batter. Top with remaining peanut butter batter. Swirl with a knife in a circular motion.
  • Cover; cook on High heat setting 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours 15 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center of loaf comes out clean. Turn off slow cooker; uncover, and remove ceramic base from cooker to cooling rack. Let cool 15 minutes.
  • In medium bowl, beat 3 tablespoons peanut butter and 2 tablespoons milk with whisk until smooth. Add powdered sugar; mix until smooth. If necessary, gradually add additional 1 tablespoon milk until glaze is desired consistency. Spread peanut butter glaze over cake; drizzle with the chocolate syrup. Sprinkle peanut butter cups over top of cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460, Carbohydrate 62 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 2 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 serving, Sodium 450 mg, Sugar 42 g, TransFat 0 g

PEANUT BUTTER-CHOCOLATE CAKE



Peanut Butter-Chocolate Cake image

Decadence is an understatement with this from-scratch cake, made with peanut butter, chocolate and one surprising ingredient.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h20m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 19

3 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/3 cup unsweetened dark baking cocoa
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 cups packed dark brown sugar
1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
1 cup butter or margarine, softened
4 eggs
8 oz semisweet baking chocolate, melted, cooled
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
1 2/3 cups buttermilk
1 cup strong brewed coffee (room temperature)
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
2 packages (3 oz each) cream cheese, softened
1 bag (1 lb) powdered sugar
1 tablespoon whipping cream
2 teaspoons vanilla
12 peanut butter creme-filled chocolate sandwich cookies, chopped

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Grease 13x9- inch pan with shortening; lightly flour.
  • In medium bowl, mix flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt; set aside. In large bowl, beat brown sugar, granulated sugar and 1 cup butter with electric mixer on medium speed 2 minutes or until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating until well blended. Add melted chocolate and 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla, beating until blended. On low speed, alternately add flour mixture and buttermilk, beating just until blended after each addition. Beat in coffee until blended. Pour batter into pan.
  • Bake 55 to 60 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely in pan on cooling rack, about 1 hour.
  • In large bowl, beat 1/2 cup butter, the peanut butter and cream cheese with electric mixer on medium speed 2 minutes or until blended. On low speed, gradually beat in powdered sugar until blended. Beat in whipping cream and 2 teaspoons vanilla. Frost cake. Top with cookies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 586, Carbohydrate 78 g, Fat 5 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 477 mg

PEANUT BUTTER-CHOCOLATE POKE CAKE



Peanut Butter-Chocolate Poke Cake image

Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ chocolate fudge cake mix, creamy peanut butter, chocolate syrup and a classic candy come together to make this crowd-pleasing poke cake.

Provided by Heather Baird

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ chocolate fudge cake mix
Water, vegetable oil and eggs called for on cake mix box
1 cup chocolate-flavor syrup, at room temperature
1 cup creamy peanut butter
1 container (8 oz) Cool Whip frozen whipped topping, thawed
25 Reese's peanut butter cups miniatures, unwrapped

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pans). Grease and lightly flour 13x9-inch pan. Make and bake cake as directed on box for 13x9-inch pan. Cool completely in pan.
  • Poke holes in cake using fork or skewer. Pour 3/4 cup of the chocolate syrup over cake; let stand until most of the syrup soaks into cake.
  • In large bowl, beat peanut butter and whipped topping with electric mixer on medium speed until combined. Spread over cake.
  • Using large chef's knife, cut peanut butter cups into fourths. Scatter over frosting. Drizzle with remaining 1/4 cup chocolate syrup.
  • Cover and refrigerate cake, but bring to room temperature before serving. Cover and refrigerate any remaining cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 720, Carbohydrate 79 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fat 6 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 610 mg, Sugar 50 g, TransFat 0 g

PEANUT BUTTER CUP DUMP CAKE



Peanut Butter Cup Dump Cake image

A favorite sweet-and-salty combination of chocolate, peanut butter and pretzels makes this super easy one-bowl cake a winner. With just six ingredients, you can even make it on a weeknight!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 box (3.9 oz) Jell-O™ chocolate-flavor instant pudding & pie filling mix
1 1/2 cups milk
1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ chocolate fudge cake mix
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup Reese's Peanut Butter Cups™ minis (from 8-oz bag), halved
1/2 cup coarsely crushed pretzel twists (about 14 pretzels)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, beat dry pudding mix and milk with whisk 2 minutes. Stir in cake mix until well blended. Spread batter evenly in bottom of pan. Sprinkle chocolate chips over top.
  • Bake 28 to 32 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center of cake comes out almost clean. Top with remaining ingredients. Let stand 15 minutes. Use large spoon for serving. Store covered in airtight container at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310, Carbohydrate 54 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 530 mg, Sugar 35 g, TransFat 0 g

PEANUT BUTTER TANDY CAKE



Peanut Butter Tandy Cake image

Bring the classic combination of peanut butter and chocolate to a tasty sheet cake!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h25m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ yellow cake mix
Water, vegetable oil and eggs called for on cake mix box
1 1/2 cups creamy peanut butter
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
1 container Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy chocolate frosting

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Spray bottom and sides of 15x10x1-inch pan with baking spray with flour.
  • Make cake batter as directed on box using cake mix, water, oil and eggs. Pour batter into pan.
  • Bake 17 to 23 minutes (19 to 26 minutes for dark or nonstick pan) or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan on cooling rack 30 minutes.
  • In small microwavable bowl, microwave peanut butter uncovered on High 20 seconds or until softened and spreadable. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto surface of warm cake; spread carefully to cover top. Refrigerate cake to harden the peanut butter, about 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in medium microwavable bowl, microwave chocolate chips and butter uncovered on High 30 seconds. Stir; continue to microwave on High 10 to 20 seconds longer, stirring after 10 seconds until chips are melted. Stir in frosting.
  • Spread frosting over peanut butter layer on cake. Store loosely covered.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 270 mg, Sugar 21 g, TransFat 1 g

PEANUT BUTTER SHEET CAKE WITH CHOCOLATE FROSTING



Peanut Butter Sheet Cake with Chocolate Frosting image

The pairing of peanut butter and chocolate never disappoints, especially when its Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ yellow cake made with peanut butter and topped with chocolate frosting.

Provided by By Bree Hester

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ yellow cake mix
1 1/3 cups water
1/3 cup peanut butter
1/3 cup vegetable oil
3 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 cup butter
1/4 cup unsweetened baking cocoa
1/4 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 3/4 cups powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Spray bottom and sides of 13x9-inch pan with baking spray with flour.
  • In large bowl, beat all cake ingredients with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, then on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Pour into pan.
  • Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
  • In 2-quart saucepan, heat butter, cocoa and milk to boiling over medium heat. Remove from heat; stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla. Gradually add powered sugar, beating until mixture is blended and smooth. Pour frosting over warm cake.
  • Cool completely in pan on cooling rack, about 1 hour. Cut into 4 rows by 3 rows.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

Tips:

  • Use room temperature ingredients: This will help the ingredients blend together more easily and create a smoother batter.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy: This will incorporate air into the batter, making the cake lighter and more tender.
  • Gradually add the eggs, one at a time: This will prevent the batter from curdling.
  • Be careful not to overmix the batter: Overmixing can make the cake tough.
  • Bake the cake in a preheated oven: This will help the cake rise evenly.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it: This will help the frosting set properly.
  • Use a variety of toppings to decorate the cake: You can use chopped peanuts, peanut butter chips, chocolate chips, or even a simple glaze.

Conclusion:

Betty Crocker's Peanut Butter Cake is a classic recipe that is sure to please everyone. It is a moist and flavorful cake that is perfect for any occasion. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this cake is a great choice for bakers of all skill levels. Whether you are a seasoned baker or a beginner, you are sure to love this delicious and decadent cake.

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