Peanut Butter Gooey Cake
Indulge in the ultimate dessert decadence with this Peanut Butter Gooey Cake, a rich and satisfying treat that’s equal parts creamy and chewy. Featuring a buttery yellow cake mix crust topped with a luscious, peanut butter-infused cream cheese filling, this recipe is perfect for peanut butter lovers seeking a sweet fix. The secret to its irresistibly gooey center? A precise bake time that ensures the edges are set while the middle remains delightfully soft. With just 15 minutes of prep and easily customizable garnishes—like a dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of melted chocolate—this 9x13-inch masterpiece is ideal for potlucks, birthdays, or any occasion that calls for a crowd-pleasing dessert. Easy to make and impossible to resist, this Peanut Butter Gooey Cake will become your new go-to recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 4 large eggs
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray or butter.
In a large bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, melted butter, and 2 large eggs. Stir until a thick, sticky dough forms. Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form the crust.
In a separate large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and peanut butter together with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
Add the remaining 2 large eggs to the cream cheese and peanut butter mixture, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Gradually add in the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing on low speed until fully incorporated. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
Mix in the vanilla extract until evenly distributed to complete the filling.
Spread the peanut butter filling over the crust in the baking dish, using a spatula to smooth it out evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the edges are set and golden brown, but the center remains slightly jiggly. This ensures the gooey texture.
Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares or serving as desired.
Serve at room temperature or slightly chilled. Optionally, dust with extra powdered sugar or drizzle with melted chocolate for a garnish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6968 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 356.2 g | 457% | |
| Saturated Fat | 145.7 g | 728% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1253 mg | 418% | |
| Sodium | 4239 mg | 184% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 892.4 g | 325% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.1 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 696.3 g | ||
| Protein | 121.6 g | 243% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 950 mg | 73% | |
| Iron | 15.5 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 2469 mg | 53% | |
*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.
