Description
This Heavenly Chocolate Peanut Butter Ooey Gooey Cake is an indulgent dessert combining moist chocolate cake layers with a creamy peanut butter and cream cheese filling, topped with a rich dark chocolate ganache and crunchy crushed peanuts. Perfect for chocolate and peanut butter lovers seeking a decadent treat.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Cake:
- 1 box chocolate cake mix (prepared according to package instructions)
For the Peanut Butter Filling:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
For the Ganache:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz dark chocolate, chopped
For Topping:
- ½ cup crushed peanuts
- Optional: Chocolate bars or peanut butter cups for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake: Bake the chocolate cake according to the package instructions using two 8-inch round cake pans. Allow the cakes to cool completely before assembling.
- Make the Filling: Beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the creamy peanut butter and powdered sugar, mixing until the filling is well blended and creamy.
- Assemble the Cake: Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread the peanut butter filling generously over the top, then carefully add the second cake layer on top.
- Make Ganache: Heat the heavy cream in a saucepan until it begins to simmer. Pour the hot cream over the chopped dark chocolate and let it sit for 5 minutes. Stir the mixture until smooth and glossy.
- Top the Cake: Pour the ganache over the assembled cake, allowing it to drip down the sides. Use a spatula to smooth out the ganache evenly.
- Garnish: Sprinkle crushed peanuts over the ganache and add optional chocolate bars or peanut butter cups for extra decoration.
- Chill and Serve: Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to set the ganache and filling. Slice and enjoy this rich and decadent treat!
Notes
- Make sure the cake layers are completely cooled before assembling to prevent the filling from melting.
- For easier ganache pouring, warm the ganache slightly if it thickens before use.
- Store the cake refrigerated and consume within 3 days for best freshness.
- Optional garnishes like chopped chocolate bars or peanut butter cups add texture and extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Chocolate cake, peanut butter filling, cream cheese, chocolate ganache, dessert, easy cake recipe, indulgent cake
