Best 10 Chocolaty Peanut Butter Cake Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of chocolate and peanut butter flavors with our exquisite Chocolaty Peanut Butter Cake. This delectable cake is a harmonious blend of rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter, promising an unforgettable taste experience. Embark on a culinary journey as we guide you through the steps of creating this masterpiece, from the preparation of the moist chocolate cake base to the velvety peanut butter frosting. Along the way, discover variations and additional recipes to tantalize your taste buds. Whether you prefer a classic chocolate cake or a luscious peanut butter mousse, we have something for every palate. Get ready to elevate your baking skills and impress your loved ones with this irresistible Chocolaty Peanut Butter Cake.

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CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER CAKE



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This Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake includes layers of chocolate cake and creamy peanut butter frosting, covered in a decadent chocolate frosting. Add some Reese's peanut butter cups for a truly delectable cake!

Provided by Lauren Allen

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 cups granulated sugar
1 3/4 cups + 2 Tablespoons all-purpose flour
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup oil ((vegetable or canola oil))
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup boiling water (, or hot coffee)
1 batch Peanut Butter Frosting
1/2 cup butter ((1 stick), melted)
2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
3 cups powdered sugar
1/3 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
12 mini Reese's Peanut Butter Cups (for topping on cake, optional)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Grease two 8-inch round baking pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper.
  • Stir together sugar, flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda and salt in large bowl.
  • Add eggs, milk, oil and vanilla and beat on medium speed for about 2 minutes.
  • Stir in the boiling water (your batter will be very thin--that's OK!). Pour batter into prepared cake pans.
  • Bake for about 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes; remove from pans to wire racks. Cool completely.
  • Once cakes have cooled, use a sharp serrated knife to cut each cake horizontally in half, so that you end up with four, thin cake rounds.
  • Place one cake layer on serving plate. Smooth 1/3 of the peanut butter frosting on top of that cake layer. Repeat with the remaining cake layers, adding a layer of peanut butter frosting between each layer of cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 446 kcal, Carbohydrate 47 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 22 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Cholesterol 52 mg, Sodium 453 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 38 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHOCOLATE-PEANUT BUTTER SHEET CAKE



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I love peanut butter and chocolate, so I combined recipes to blend the two. This chocolate peanut butter cake is heavenly served plain or topped with ice cream. -Lisa Varner, El Paso, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup water
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1/4 cup baking cocoa
3 large eggs, room temperature
1/2 cup sour cream
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
FROSTING:
3 cups confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1/2 cup 2% milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup chopped salted or unsalted peanuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Grease a 13x9-in. baking pan., In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking soda and salt. In a small saucepan, combine water, butter, peanut butter and cocoa; bring just to a boil, stirring occasionally. Add to flour mixture, stirring just until moistened., In a small bowl, whisk eggs, sour cream and vanilla until blended; add to flour mixture, whisking constantly. Transfer to prepared pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 25-30 minutes., Meanwhile, prepare frosting. In a large bowl, beat confectioners' sugar, peanut butter, milk and vanilla until smooth., Remove cake from oven; place pan on a wire rack. Immediately spread cake with frosting; sprinkle with peanuts. Cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 482 calories, Fat 20g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 59mg cholesterol, Sodium 337mg sodium, Carbohydrate 70g carbohydrate (53g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

CHOCOLATY PEANUT BUTTER CAKE



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The two great flavors of chocolate and peanut butter come together in this moist cake. Kids of every age will be all over this one! -Brenda Melancon, McComb, Mississippi

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 12-15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups miniature marshmallows
1 package chocolate cake mix (regular size)
1-1/4 cups water
3/4 cup peanut butter
1/3 cup canola oil
3 large eggs
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Sprinkle marshmallows into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. In a large bowl, combine cake mix, water, peanut butter, oil and eggs; beat on low speed 30 seconds. Beat on medium 2 minutes or until smooth. Pour over marshmallows; sprinkle with chocolate chips. , Bake 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 344 calories, Fat 18g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 313mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER CAKES



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Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     dessert

Time 1h50m

Yield 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Nonstick cooking spray
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon fine salt
1 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 large eggs
1 3/4 cups sugar
1 1/2 cups smooth peanut butter, warmed
2 cups milk chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a 10-by-15-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper and spray with cooking spray.
  • Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a bowl. In a measuring cup, combine the buttermilk, oil and vanilla.
  • Beat the eggs and sugar together in a large bowl with an electric mixer until very pale and thick, about 5 minutes. Add the flour mixture in three batches, alternating with the buttermilk mixture, beginning and ending with the flour.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth evenly with an offset spatula. Tap the pan on the counter lightly to release any large air bubbles, then bake until golden brown and a wooden pick inserted into the center comes out clean, 20 to 25 minutes. Dollop the peanut butter on top and evenly smooth it over the cake as it melts. Transfer the cake to a cooling rack and cool completely.
  • Put the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave, stirring every 30 seconds, until melted. Pour the chocolate over the peanut butter and spread it evenly with the offset spatula. Refrigerate until just set, about 20 minutes.
  • Cut the cake into squares and refrigerate until ready to serve.

CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER CAKE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h45m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

Cooking spray, for the pans
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups granulated sugar
1 cup cocoa powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon fine salt
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup brewed coffee
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs
2 pounds confectioners' sugar
1 pound (4 sticks) unsalted butter
3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
2 tablespoons milk
Pinch of fine salt

Steps:

  • For the cake: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Coat three 6-inch-round cake pans with cooking spray.
  • Sift the flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder and salt into a large bowl. Mix with an electric mixer at medium speed for 1 minute. Add the buttermilk, coffee, vegetable oil and eggs. Mix at medium speed for 1 minute. Scrape the side and bottom of the bowl and mix on medium speed for 1 minute more. Divide the cake batter evenly among the prepared pans. Bake on the top rack until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cakes comes out clean, about 30 minutes.
  • Cool the cakes in the pans for 20 minutes then turn out onto wire racks to cool completely.
  • For the buttercream: Add the confectioners' sugar and butter to a large mixing bowl. Beat with an electric mixer on low speed until completely incorporated, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the peanut butter, milk and salt. Mix on high speed until the mixture becomes fluffy and lighter in color, about 2 minutes. Scrape the side and bottom of the bowl and mix again on high speed for 1 minute.
  • To assemble the cake: Level each cake round with a serrated knife or cake leveler. Use an offset spatula to spread a thin layer of the buttercream on top of one round. Top with a second round and spread it with a thin layer of buttercream. Repeat with the third round, spreading the buttercream on the top and sides of the cake. Smooth with a bench scraper.

PEANUT BUTTER CHOCOLATE CAKE



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Meet the Cook: In our chocolate-loving house, this cake disappears very quickly! My husband and I have a 6-month-old son. We enjoy the peacefulness of country living. -Dorcas Yoder, Weyers Cave, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 12-16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 large eggs
1 cup whole milk
2/3 cup canola oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar
2/3 cup baking cocoa
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup brewed coffee, room temperature
PEANUT BUTTER FROSTING:
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
2 cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons whole milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Miniature semisweet chocolate chips, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the eggs, milk, oil and vanilla. Combine the dry ingredients; gradually beat into egg mixture until blended. Stir in coffee (batter will be thin). , Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool completely on a wire rack. , For frosting, beat the cream cheese and peanut butter in a bowl until smooth. Beat in sugar, milk and vanilla. Spread over cake. Sprinkle with chocolate chips if desired. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 365 calories, Fat 15g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 308mg sodium, Carbohydrate 56g carbohydrate (40g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

PEANUT BUTTER AND CHOCOLATE CAKE II



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If you like chocolate and peanut butter you will love this cake. A chocolate sheet cake is spread with peanut butter, and then topped with chocolate frosting.

Provided by BRENDABOWEN

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Sheet Cake Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup margarine
¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup water
½ cup buttermilk
2 eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups white sugar
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup peanut butter
1 ½ tablespoons vegetable oil
¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
½ cup margarine
6 tablespoons buttermilk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 ½ cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch pan.
  • In a saucepan, combine 1 cup margarine, 1/4 cup cocoa, water, eggs, and 1/2 cup buttermilk in a saucepan. Cook, stirring occasionally, until it bubbles. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, mix flour, 2 cups sugar and baking soda. Make a well in the center and pour in chocolate mixture. Add vanilla and beat until smooth. Spread batter into prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow to cool.
  • In a small bowl, mix peanut butter and oil. Spread over top of cake. In a saucepan, combine 1/4 cup cocoa, 1/2 cup margarine, and 6 tablespoons buttermilk. Heat until boiling. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla. Place confectioners' sugar in a large bowl. Beat in chocolate mixture and continue mixing until smooth. Spread over cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 718.3 calories, Carbohydrate 93.1 g, Cholesterol 31.7 mg, Fat 36.7 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 10.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.1 g, Sodium 445.9 mg, Sugar 72.5 g

CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER CAKE



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The original recipe was a from-scratch cake, but I use a boxed mix to save time. I hope you enjoy the rich dessert as much as we do.-Patricia Eckard, Singers Glen, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 package devil's food cake mix (regular size)
1 cup creamy peanut butter
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 can (16 ounces) chocolate frosting

Steps:

  • Prepare and bake cake according to package directions, using a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. , In a small bowl, combine peanut butter and oil until smooth; spread over warm cake. Cool completely on a wire rack., In a microwave, heat frosting on high for 25-30 seconds or until pourable; stir until smooth. Carefully pour and spread over peanut butter layer. Let stand until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 439 calories, Fat 25g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 431mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (34g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

PEANUT BUTTER AND CHOCOLATE CAKE I



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Two layers of peanut butter cake sandwiched with peanut butter filling and covered in chocolate fudge frosting.

Provided by D. Kelly

Categories     Desserts     Chocolate Dessert Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups cake flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
1 ⅓ cups white sugar
2 eggs
¾ cup creamy peanut butter
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 cup milk
¾ cup unsalted butter
1 ¼ cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup creamy peanut butter
1 (12 ounce) jar hot fudge topping

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour 2 (9 inch) pans. Sift together the flour, baking powder and salt. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the peanut butter and vanilla. Beat in the flour mixture alternately with the milk. Pour batter into prepared pans.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Let cool in pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack and cool completely.
  • Make the Frosting and Filling: In a large bowl, beat 3/4 cup butter until smooth. Slowly beat in confectioners' sugar until smooth. Blend in 2 tablespoons milk and vanilla. Beat at high speed until light and fluffy. For filling, combine 1/2 cup of butter mixture with 1/2 cup peanut butter. For frosting, beat 1/2 cup of the (cool) hot fudge into remaining butter mixture.
  • To assemble: Place one cake layer on serving plate. Spread top with peanut butter filling. Place second layer on top and frost top and sides with fudge frosting. Warm the remaining fudge sauce and drizzle over cake when serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 531 calories, Carbohydrate 57.7 g, Cholesterol 70.4 mg, Fat 30.8 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 8.6 g, SaturatedFat 14.5 g, Sodium 243.7 mg, Sugar 37.9 g

CHOCOLATE-PEANUT BUTTER LAYER CAKE



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My daughter loves chocolate-peanut butter candy. To celebrate her birthday, I played a little in the kitchen. Very rich, scrumptious, it weighs a ton! She'll never go back the store-bought candy again! This may very well be the most delicious cake I have ever made.

Provided by the lovely Ann

Categories     Ingredients     Nuts and Seed Recipes     Peanut Butter Recipes

Time 4h10m

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 ½ cups white sugar
1 cup canola oil
1 cup sour cream
¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
3 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups water
2 ½ (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, at room temperature
1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
10 cups confectioners' sugar
1 ½ cups smooth peanut butter
8 ounces semisweet chocolate, coarsely chopped
3 tablespoons smooth peanut butter
2 tablespoons light corn syrup
½ cup half-and-half

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour three 8-inch cake pans.
  • Mix sugar, oil, sour cream, cocoa powder, eggs, vinegar, vanilla, and salt together in a mixing bowl. Add flour and water in batches, mixing and alternating between each, until incorporated. Whisk to create a smooth batter. Pour evenly into the prepared cake pans.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center of each layer comes out clean, about 30 minutes. Cool on a wire rack for 5 minutes. Run a table knife around the edges to loosen. Invert carefully onto a serving plate or cooling rack. Let cool, about 30 minutes.
  • Combine cream cheese and butter for frosting in a very large mixing bowl with an electric mixer. Slowly add confectioners' sugar a few cups at a time until smooth. Mix in peanut butter to incorporate thoroughly.
  • Generously distribute the frosting between the layers of the cake and on the top and sides. This frosting is a bit firm and easy to work with. At this point, place the cake in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to set; it will be extremely heavy.
  • Microwave chocolate, peanut butter, and corn syrup for glaze together in short 30-second intervals, mixing between each, until the chocolate is melted. Whisk in half-and-half until smooth. While warm, drizzle over the frosted cake.
  • Place the cake back into the refrigerator to set, about 30 minutes. Remove the cake from the refrigerator 30 minutes to 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1290.1 calories, Carbohydrate 160.8 g, Cholesterol 115.9 mg, Fat 70 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 16.5 g, SaturatedFat 27.8 g, Sodium 456.3 mg, Sugar 135.5 g

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before you start baking, measure and prepare all of your ingredients. This will help you stay organized and avoid mistakes.
  • Use Room Temperature Ingredients: This will help your ingredients blend together more easily and create a smoother batter.
  • Don't Overmix the Batter: Overmixing can make your cake tough and dense. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the Cake in a Preheated Oven: This will help the cake rise evenly and prevent it from sinking in the middle.
  • Let the Cake Cool Completely Before Frosting: This will help the frosting set properly and prevent it from sliding off the cake.
  • Store the Cake Covered at Room Temperature: The cake will stay fresh for up to 3 days at room temperature. You can also store it in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Conclusion:

This chocolaty peanut butter cake is a delicious and decadent treat that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist chocolate cake layers, creamy peanut butter frosting, and rich chocolate ganache, this cake is sure to please everyone. The recipe is easy to follow and can be made with ingredients that you probably already have on hand. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give this chocolaty peanut butter cake a try. You won't be disappointed!

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