Heavenly Chocolate Peanut Butter Ooey Gooey Cake Recipe
Indulge in the rich and decadent Heavenly Chocolate Peanut Butter Ooey Gooey cake, featuring moist chocolate layers filled with creamy peanut butter and cream cheese, topped with a luscious dark chocolate ganache and crunchy peanuts for the perfect balance of flavors and textures.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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For the Cake:
- 1 box chocolate cake mix (prepared according to package instructions)
For the Peanut Butter Filling:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
For the Ganache:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz dark chocolate, chopped
For Topping:
- ½ cup crushed peanuts
- Optional: Chocolate bars or peanut butter cups for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake: Bake the chocolate cake following the instructions on the package using two 8-inch round cake pans. Once baked, allow the cakes to cool completely before proceeding.
- Make the Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the creamy peanut butter and powdered sugar, continuing to mix until the filling is well-blended, creamy, and smooth.
- Assemble the Cake: Place one cooled cake layer on a serving plate. Spread the peanut butter filling generously over the top. Place the second cake layer evenly on top of the filling to form the cake.
- Make Ganache: Heat the heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Remove from heat and pour over the chopped dark chocolate. Let it sit for 5 minutes, then stir thoroughly until the ganache is smooth, glossy, and velvety.
- Top the Cake: Pour the ganache evenly over the top of the assembled cake, allowing it to drip down the sides. Use a spatula to smooth the ganache evenly for a beautiful finish.
- Garnish: Sprinkle the crushed peanuts over the ganache-topped cake. Optionally, garnish with chocolate bars or peanut butter cups to enhance the presentation and add extra flavor.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour to allow the ganache to set and flavors to meld. Slice and serve chilled for the best taste experience.
Notes
- Make sure the cake layers are completely cooled before assembling to prevent the filling from melting.
- You can substitute dark chocolate with semi-sweet chocolate if preferred.
- For a crunchy texture, toast the peanuts lightly before crushing.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Allow the cake to come to room temperature before serving for a softer texture if desired.
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