Peanut Butter Chocolate Cake
Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with this decadent Peanut Butter Chocolate Cake, a sensational blend of rich chocolate layers and creamy peanut butter frosting topped with a luscious chocolate ganache. Perfectly moist and irresistibly flavorful, this cake will delight peanut butter and chocolate lovers alike. The secret to its tender crumb is the addition of boiling water to the batter, ensuring every bite melts in your mouth. Creamy peanut butter frosting creates the perfect balance of sweet and salty, while the shiny ganache drizzle adds a show-stopping finish. Ideal for birthdays, celebrations, or any day that deserves an extra-special treat, this crowd-pleasing dessert is as stunning to look at as it is delicious to eat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 0.75 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 0.5 cups vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons heavy cream
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 1.5 cups chocolate chips
- 0.75 cups heavy cream (for ganache)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans. Line the bottoms with parchment paper for easier removal.
In a large bowl, sift together the flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix well until the batter is smooth and no lumps remain.
Gradually stir in the boiling water. The batter will be thin, but this ensures a moist cake.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
To make the peanut butter frosting, beat the butter and peanut butter in a large bowl until creamy and smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, salt, and heavy cream, beating until the frosting is fluffy.
Once the cakes are completely cooled, spread a generous layer of frosting between the two cake layers. Use the remaining frosting to coat the top and sides of the cake.
For the ganache, heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan until it begins to simmer. Remove from heat and pour over the chocolate chips. Let sit for 2 minutes, then whisk until smooth.
Drizzle the chocolate ganache over the top of the cake, allowing some to drip down the sides naturally.
Let the ganache set slightly before slicing and serving. Enjoy your rich and creamy Peanut Butter Chocolate Cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
9479 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 543.6 g | 697% | |
| Saturated Fat | 224.7 g | 1124% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 70.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 895 mg | 298% | |
| Sodium | 6920 mg | 301% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1199.0 g | 436% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 104.7 g | 374% | |
| Total Sugars | 862.8 g | ||
| Protein | 155.7 g | 311% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 1001 mg | 77% | |
| Iron | 55.2 mg | 307% | |
| Potassium | 6263 mg | 133% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
