Description
The Peanut Butter Chocolate Gooey Butter Cake is a sinfully delicious dessert that combines the rich, creamy textures of peanut butter and chocolate in one heavenly cake. This delectable treat is perfect for those special moments when only the most indulgent dessert will do. Its gooey center, surrounded by a crisp, buttery crust, creates a contrast that delights the senses.
Ingredients
For the Filling:
8 oz cream cheese, softened to room temperature
1 cup creamy peanut butter
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
For the Cake Base:
1 box chocolate cake mix
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 large egg
Instructions
Preparation: Begin by heating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
Cake Base Construction: Combine the chocolate cake mix, 1/2 cup melted butter, and 1 egg in a bowl. Mix until a thick batter forms. Press this batter evenly across the bottom of your greased pan.
Filling Creation: In a different bowl, cream together the cream cheese and peanut butter until smooth. Sequentially beat in the eggs, vanilla extract, and melted butter. Gradually mix in the powdered sugar until you achieve a smooth consistency. Finally, fold in the chocolate chips gently.
Assembly: Spread the peanut butter filling over the cake base in the pan, ensuring it covers the base entirely.
Baking: Bake in the preheated oven for 40-50 minutes. The goal is for the edges to firm up while the center stays slightly soft and gooey. Avoid overbaking to preserve the gooey texture.
Cooling: Allow the cake to cool in the pan. The center will set more as it cools but will retain a delightful gooeyness.
Serving: Slice into squares. This cake can be enjoyed at room temperature or served chilled, tailored to your preference.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 600