Name: Heavenly Chocolate Peanut Butter Ooey Gooey Cake Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 1 h 50 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 box chocolate cake mix (prepared according to package instructions); 1 cup creamy peanut butter; 8 oz cream cheese, softened; 2 cups powdered sugar; 1 cup heavy cream; 8 oz dark chocolate, chopped; ½ cup crushed peanuts; Optional: Chocolate bars or peanut butter cups for garnish

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Introduction

This Heavenly Chocolate Peanut Butter Ooey Gooey Cake is a rich and indulgent dessert that combines moist chocolate cake with a creamy peanut butter filling and a glossy chocolate ganache topping. Perfect for peanut butter and chocolate lovers, it’s a decadent treat that’s sure to impress at any gathering.

A tall slice of cake with four main layers is shown on a white plate, placed on a white marbled surface. The bottom layer is a dark, moist chocolate cake base, topped by a smooth, thick light brown peanut butter cream layer. Above this is another dark chocolate cake layer, followed by a glossy, rich dark chocolate ganache dripping down the sides. The top is decorated with chopped peanut pieces scattered over the shiny ganache. The texture of the cake looks soft and dense, with the creamy peanut layer contrasting the dark chocolate layers. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 box chocolate cake mix (prepared according to package instructions)
1 cup creamy peanut butter
8 oz cream cheese, softened
2 cups powdered sugar
1 cup heavy cream
8 oz dark chocolate, chopped
½ cup crushed peanuts
Optional: Chocolate bars or peanut butter cups for garnish

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Cake by baking the chocolate cake according to the instructions on the box. Use two 8-inch round cake pans and allow the cakes to cool completely.
Step 2: Make the Filling by beating the softened cream cheese until smooth, then add the peanut butter and powdered sugar. Mix until well blended and creamy.
Step 3: Assemble the Cake by placing one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread the peanut butter filling generously over the top, then add the second cake layer on top.
Step 4: Make the Ganache by heating the heavy cream in a saucepan until it simmers. Pour it over the chopped dark chocolate and let it sit for 5 minutes. Stir until smooth and glossy.
Step 5: Top the Cake by pouring the ganache over the top, allowing it to drip down the sides. Smooth it out with a spatula.
Step 6: Garnish with crushed peanuts and, if desired, chocolate bars or peanut butter cups.
Step 7: Chill the cake for at least 1 hour before slicing. Serve and enjoy!

Tips & Variations

For extra richness, use full-fat cream cheese and heavy cream.
Try stirring a pinch of sea salt into the ganache for a salted chocolate twist.
Swap dark chocolate for milk chocolate if you prefer a sweeter ganache.
Make individual portions by baking cupcakes and using the same filling and ganache on top.

Storage

Store the cake covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. To serve, bring it to room temperature for about 15 minutes or warm slices briefly in the microwave to soften the ganache and filling.

How to Serve

A thick slice of three-layer dark chocolate cake with two smooth peanut butter cream layers between the chocolate spongy layers sits on a wooden round stand. The top layer is covered with dark chocolate ganache and decorated with small pieces of peanut butter cups and a swirl of light brown peanut butter cream. The background and surface have a white marbled texture with a red and white checkered cloth nearby. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use natural peanut butter instead of creamy peanut butter?

Natural peanut butter can be used, but it may affect the texture of the filling, making it less smooth. Stir well before measuring to ensure even consistency.

How do I know when the cake is fully cooled before assembling?

The cake layers should be completely at room temperature and firm to the touch before spreading the filling to prevent it from melting or sliding.