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Chocolate Peanut Butter Ooey Gooey Cake Recipe

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  • Author: Maria
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Chocolate Peanut Butter Ooey Gooey Cake is a rich and indulgent dessert that combines the deep flavor of chocolate cake with a creamy peanut butter and cream cheese layer. The result is a luscious, slightly gooey treat that’s perfect for chocolate and peanut butter lovers alike. Easy to make and perfect for any occasion, it delivers a delightful balance of sweet, creamy, and decadent textures.

Ingredients

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Chocolate Base

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

Peanut Butter Layer

  • 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven and prepare the pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to ensure the cake doesn’t stick.
  2. Make the chocolate base: In a medium bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, melted butter, and 1 egg. Mix until a thick dough forms. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form the base layer.
  3. Prepare the peanut butter filling: In another bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, remaining 2 eggs, vanilla extract, and creamy peanut butter until smooth and creamy without lumps.
  4. Add powdered sugar and chocolate chips: Gradually stir in the powdered sugar to the peanut butter mixture until fully combined to create a thick, sweet filling. Fold in mini chocolate chips if you’re using them for extra chocolate bursts.
  5. Assemble and bake: Pour the peanut butter mixture evenly over the chocolate base in the baking dish. Spread it out carefully. Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center remains slightly gooey and jiggly.
  6. Cool and serve: Allow the cake to cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature for the best ooey gooey texture. Optionally, top with extra chocolate chips or a drizzle of warm peanut butter for added indulgence.

Notes

  • The center should jiggle slightly when finished baking; avoid overbaking to maintain the gooey texture.
  • For extra indulgence, top with additional mini chocolate chips or a warm peanut butter drizzle.
  • This cake is best served slightly warm or at room temperature to enjoy its ooey gooey consistency.

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