SWIRLED PEANUT BUTTER CHOCOLATE CAKE

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Since chocolate and peanut butter are two of my granddaughters' favorite flavors, I fix this cake often. It's moist and scrumptious.-Elaine Medeiros, Wamego, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 24 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1-1/2 cups sugar
1-1/2 cups water
1/2 cup canola oil
4-1/2 teaspoons white vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup baking cocoa
1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
PEANUT BUTTER BATTER:
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar, divided
1 egg
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the sugar, water, oil, vinegar and vanilla. Combine the flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt; gradually beat into oil. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan., In another bowl, beat the cream cheese, peanut butter, 1/3 cup sugar, egg and salt until smooth. Stir in chocolate chips. , Drop by tablespoonfuls over cake batter; cut through batter with a knife to swirl the peanut butter mixture. Sprinkle with pecans and remaining sugar., Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack before cutting. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 217 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 170mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Likhon Ahmed
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Overall, this was a good cake. I would make it again, but I would make a few changes to the recipe.


Rictika Crystal
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The cake was a bit dry, but the frosting was delicious. I would recommend using a different cake recipe next time.


MH Riyad
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I had some trouble getting the cake to come out of the pan cleanly. I think I should have greased the pan more thoroughly.


NourEldein Bader
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still very good. I would recommend using a little less sugar next time.


Islam Raska
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This cake is amazing! The peanut butter and chocolate flavors are so rich and delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.


Rokibul Hassan Rokibul Hassan
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I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It's the best peanut butter chocolate cake I've ever had.


Shaun Longstreet
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This cake is so decadent and delicious. It's perfect for a special occasion. I'm so glad I made it.


Janet Lebekwe
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I made this cake for a potluck, and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it. I'm so glad I found this recipe.


Sami Hassni
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This cake is so moist and delicious. I love the way the peanut butter and chocolate swirl together. It's the perfect cake for any occasion.


Precious Asemota
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I'm not a baker, but I was able to make this cake without any problems. The instructions are very clear and easy to follow. I'm so glad I tried this recipe.


Mohammad Solaimman Babury
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This cake is so easy to make, and it always turns out perfectly. I love that I can use my stand mixer to make the batter. It saves me so much time and effort.


Prince Chigozie
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I'm not usually a big fan of peanut butter desserts, but this cake changed my mind. The peanut butter flavor is subtle and not overpowering, and it pairs perfectly with the chocolate. I'll definitely be making this cake again.


Kainat Tahir
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This cake was a huge success at my daughter's birthday party. It was so moist and delicious, and the kids loved the funfetti colors. I'll definitely be making this cake again for future parties.


Faith Depriest
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I've made this cake several times now, and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make, and it always turns out perfectly. The only thing I do differently is that I add a little bit of espresso powder to the chocolate batter. It gives it a richer flavor.


Marge Buchner
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This cake is everything I've ever wanted in a dessert and more! The combination of peanut butter and chocolate is divine, and the swirled effect makes it look so elegant. I'm definitely going to be making this again and again.