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Chocolate Peanut Butter Ooey Gooey Cake


  • Author: Emily

Description

Indulge in the rich and decadent Chocolate Peanut Butter Ooey Gooey Cake with our easy-to-follow guide. A perfect treat for any chocolate and peanut butter lover.


Ingredients

Scale

Ingredients List

For the Chocolate Cake Base:

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

For the Peanut Butter Cream Cheese Topping:

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 4 cups powdered sugar

Instructions

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cake Base:
    • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan with butter or non-stick spray.
    • In a mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, melted butter, and eggs. Mix until fully incorporated and smooth.
    • Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan.
  2. Make the Peanut Butter Topping:
    • In a separate mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and peanut butter together until smooth and creamy.
    • Add the eggs and vanilla extract, and beat until combined.
    • Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until the topping is smooth and well combined.
  3. Assemble the Cake:
    • Pour the peanut butter cream cheese mixture over the chocolate cake base, spreading it evenly to cover the entire surface.
  4. Bake the Cake:
    • Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is still slightly jiggly.
    • Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.

Notes

Additional Tips and Notes

  • Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure all your ingredients, particularly the butter, cream cheese, and eggs, are at room temperature before mixing. This helps the batter combine smoothly and prevents lumps.
  • Gooey Texture: For an extra gooey texture, slightly underbake the cake. The center should be set but still jiggly when you remove it from the oven.
  • Serving Suggestions: Serve the cake warm for the best gooey experience. Pair it with a scoop of ice cream or a drizzle of chocolate sauce for an extra indulgent treat.