Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake

Satisfy your sweet tooth with the ultimate dessert delight – our scrumptious recipe for “Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake.” This heavenly cake combines the rich flavors of dark chocolate and creamy peanut butter, creating a mouthwatering treat that will leave you and your guests in awe.

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Preparation Time: 30 minutes

Cooking Time: 35 minutes

Serves: 10-12

Difficulty: Intermediate

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American, Chocolate-Peanut Butter

kcal: Approximately 400 kcal per serving

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Ingredients:

For the Cake:

• 1 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 and 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 and 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1 and 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 large eggs, at room temperature
• 1 cup whole milk, at room temperature
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
• 3/4 cup boiling water

For the Peanut Butter Frosting:

• 1 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup whole milk
• 1 tsp pure vanilla extract

For the Chocolate Ganache:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 8 oz (about 1 and 1/3 cups) semisweet or dark chocolate, chopped
• 1 tbsp unsalted butter

Instructions:

For the Cake:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans, or line the bottoms with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
3. Add the eggs, whole milk, vegetable oil, and pure vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix on low speed until the batter is smooth and no lumps remain.
4. Gradually stir in the boiling water, mixing until the batter is well combined. The batter will be thin, but don’t worry; it’s supposed to be that way.
5. Divide the cake batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
6. Bake the cakes in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Once the cakes are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, transfer the cakes to a wire rack to cool completely.

For the Peanut Butter Frosting:

1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the creamy peanut butter and softened unsalted butter until creamy and smooth.
2. Gradually add the powdered sugar, whole milk, and pure vanilla extract to the peanut butter mixture, beating until the frosting is light and fluffy.
3. If the frosting is too thick, you can add a little more milk to achieve your desired consistency.

For the Chocolate Ganache:

1. In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream until it begins to simmer. Remove it from the heat.
2. Add the chopped semisweet or dark chocolate and unsalted butter to the hot cream. Let it sit for a minute to allow the chocolate to melt.
3. Stir the mixture until the chocolate and butter are completely melted and the ganache is smooth and glossy.

Assembly:

1. Place one of the cooled cakes on a serving platter or cake stand. Spread a layer of peanut butter frosting on top.
2. Place the second cake on top, and cover the entire cake with the remaining peanut butter frosting.
3. Pour the prepared chocolate ganache over the top of the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides for a beautiful finish.
4. For an extra touch of elegance, you can pipe swirls of peanut butter frosting or sprinkle chopped peanuts on top.

Note: This Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake is a show-stopping dessert that will impress your guests at any special occasion. Make sure to store any leftovers in the refrigerator to keep the frosting and ganache fresh.

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Nutrition Facts:

• Serving Size: 1 slice of Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake (1/12 of the cake)
• Calories: Approximately 400 kcal
• Total Fat: 25g
• Total Carbohydrates: 42g
• Dietary Fiber: 2g
• Sugars: 28g
• Protein: 7g

Indulge in the irresistible decadence of this Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake, the perfect combination of rich flavors and moist texture. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday or simply treating yourself, this cake is sure to be a hit. Savor each delightful bite and let the divine fusion of chocolate and peanut butter take you to dessert heaven!