Chocolate Peanut Butter Ooey Gooey Butter Cake

Chocolate Peanut Butter Ooey Gooey Butter Cake is a delightful dessert that combines the rich flavors of chocolate and peanut butter. This cake is known for its soft and gooey texture, making it perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth. Whether you’re hosting a party or just want to treat yourself, this cake is sure to impress!

Why Make This Recipe

This recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves chocolate and peanut butter. It’s easy to make and requires simple ingredients that you may already have on hand. The combination of a chocolate cake base with a creamy peanut butter filling creates a dessert that is both decadent and comforting. Plus, it’s perfect for sharing with family and friends!

How to Make Chocolate Peanut Butter Ooey Gooey Butter Cake

Ingredients

• 1 box chocolate cake mix
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted (divided)
• 2 large eggs
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup creamy peanut butter
• 3 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
• 1/2 cup peanut butter chips (optional)
• Drizzle of chocolate or caramel sauce (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, 1/4 cup of the melted butter, and 2 eggs, stirring until well mixed.
3. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom of the greased baking dish.
4. In another bowl, beat the cream cheese and peanut butter together until smooth.
5. Add the 3 eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
6. Pour in the remaining melted butter and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
7. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until smooth.
8. Pour the filling over the cake base in the baking dish and spread it evenly.
9. Sprinkle chocolate chips and peanut butter chips over the filling if desired.
10. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, until the center is a little gooey but set around the edges.
11. Let the cake cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing, and drizzle with chocolate or caramel sauce if desired.

How to Serve Chocolate Peanut Butter Ooey Gooey Butter Cake

Serve this cake warm or at room temperature. You can enjoy it plain or add your favorite toppings like whipped cream, extra chocolate chips, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat!

How to Store Chocolate Peanut Butter Ooey Gooey Butter Cake

To store leftover cake, keep it covered in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. If you want to keep it longer, place it in the refrigerator for up to a week. You can also freeze it for up to 2 months. Just make sure to wrap it well!

Tips to Make Chocolate Peanut Butter Ooey Gooey Butter Cake

• Make sure your cream cheese is softened so that it mixes smoothly with the peanut butter.
• If you like extra chocolate flavor, feel free to add more chocolate chips to the filling.
• For a fun presentation, drizzle some chocolate or caramel sauce right before serving.

Variation

You can switch things up by using a different cake mix flavor. A vanilla or yellow cake mix can provide a fun twist while still being delicious with the peanut butter filling.

FAQs

1. Can I make this cake ahead of time?

Yes! You can make this cake a day in advance. Just store it in the refrigerator and let it come to room temperature before serving.

2. Why is my cake too gooey in the center?

The gooey center is normal for this cake. If you prefer a firmer texture, bake it a few minutes longer, but make sure not to overbake it.

3. Can I use crunchy peanut butter instead of creamy?

Absolutely! Using crunchy peanut butter will add a nice texture to the filling while still maintaining the delicious flavor.

Enjoy making and sharing this delightful Chocolate Peanut Butter Ooey Gooey Butter Cake!

Chocolate Peanut Butter Ooey Gooey Butter Cake

A delightful dessert that combines chocolate cake with a creamy peanut butter filling for a soft and gooey treat.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 45 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings 12 servings

Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients

  

For the cake base

• 1 box chocolate cake mix
• ½ cup unsalted butter, melted divided
• 2 large eggs

For the filling

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup creamy peanut butter
• 3 large eggs add one at a time
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• ½ cup chocolate chips optional
• ½ cup peanut butter chips optional

For serving

• Drizzle of chocolate or caramel sauce optional

Instructions

 

Preparation

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
• In a large mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, 1/4 cup of the melted butter, and 2 eggs, stirring until well mixed.
• Press this mixture evenly into the bottom of the greased baking dish.

Filling

• In another bowl, beat the cream cheese and peanut butter together until smooth.
• Add the 3 eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
• Pour in the remaining melted butter and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
• Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until smooth.
• Pour the filling over the cake base in the baking dish and spread it evenly.
• Sprinkle chocolate chips and peanut butter chips over the filling if desired.

Baking

• Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, until the center is a little gooey but set around the edges.
• Let the cake cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing, and drizzle with chocolate or caramel sauce if desired.

Notes

Make sure your cream cheese is softened so that it mixes smoothly with the peanut butter. If you like extra chocolate flavor, feel free to add more chocolate chips to the filling. For a fun presentation, drizzle some chocolate or caramel sauce right before serving.

Keyword Baking, Chocolate Cake, Easy Dessert, Gooey Butter Cake, Peanut Butter Dessert