Heavenly Chocolate Peanut Butter Ooey Gooey Cake Recipe
Indulge in this Heavenly Chocolate Peanut Butter Ooey Gooey Cake featuring moist chocolate cake layers filled with a creamy peanut butter and cream cheese filling, topped with a luscious dark chocolate ganache and crunchy crushed peanuts. Perfect for chocolate and peanut butter lovers looking for a rich and decadent dessert.
- 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 according to the instructions on the box, using two 8-inch round cake pans. Once baked, allow the cakes to cool completely to ensure the filling does not melt or slide off.
- Make the Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add the creamy peanut butter and powdered sugar, mixing continuously until the filling is well-blended, smooth, and creamy.
- Assemble the Cake: Place one cooled cake layer on a serving plate. Spread the peanut butter filling generously over the top, creating an even layer. Carefully place the second cake layer on top to sandwich the filling.
- 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 in a bowl. Let it sit for about 5 minutes to soften the chocolate, then stir gently until the ganache is smooth and glossy.
- Top the Cake: Pour the prepared ganache evenly over the top of the assembled cake, allowing it to drip down the sides. Use a spatula to smooth out the ganache for a polished finish.
- Garnish: Sprinkle the crushed peanuts evenly over the top of the ganache. Optionally, decorate with chocolate bars or peanut butter cups for added texture and presentation.
- Chill and Serve: Place the cake in the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 hour to set the ganache and filling. Once chilled, slice and serve to enjoy the rich, ooey gooey flavors.
Notes
- Ensure the cakes are completely cooled before assembling to prevent the filling from melting.
- The cake can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days for optimal freshness.
- Feel free to substitute dark chocolate with milk chocolate or semi-sweet chocolate for a sweeter ganache.
- For a nut-free version, omit the peanuts and use sunflower seed butter instead of peanut butter.
- Use room temperature ingredients for the filling to achieve a smooth consistency.
Keywords: chocolate peanut butter cake, chocolate cake with peanut butter filling, chocolate ganache cake, creamy peanut butter dessert, ooey gooey cake
