Heavenly Chocolate Peanut Butter Ooey Gooey Cake
An indulgent dessert combining rich chocolate and luscious peanut butter in every gooey bite, perfect for any occasion.
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 400kcal
Ingredients
Cake Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour The base of our cake, providing a fluffy structure.
- 1 cup granulated sugar Adding just the right amount of sweetness.
- 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder Infusing rich chocolate flavor without extra sugar.
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder Helping our cake rise to perfection.
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda For that extra boost in leavening.
- 0.25 teaspoon salt Enhancing overall flavor balance.
- 0.5 cup buttermilk Making the cake moist and tender.
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil Adding richness and moisture.
- 2 large eggs Binding the ingredients together.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Elevating flavors with its aromatic essence.
- 0.5 cup boiling water Enhancing the cake's texture.
Peanut Butter Filling
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter Providing that luscious filling.
- 1 cup powdered sugar Sweetening the peanut butter filling perfectly.
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened Making the filling smooth and spreadable.
- 0.5 cup heavy cream Creating a luxurious consistency for the filling.
Chocolate Ganache
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips For a decadent ganache topping.
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter Adding shine and richness to our chocolate ganache.
- 0.5 cup heavy cream To make the ganache.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Combine Wet Ingredients
- In another bowl, mix the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Gradually add this mixture to your dry ingredients, blending until smooth.
- Stir in the boiling water until well incorporated.
Bake the Cake
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 30-35 minutes. Check for doneness with a toothpick.
- Allow it to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
Prepare Peanut Butter Filling
- Beat together creamy peanut butter, powdered sugar, softened butter, and heavy cream until smooth and creamy.
Create the Chocolate Ganache
- Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan until simmering. Remove from heat and add the chocolate chips and butter. Stir until smooth.
Assemble the Cake
- Spread the peanut butter filling evenly over the top of the cooled cake.
- Pour the chocolate ganache over the peanut butter layer and spread evenly. Allow to set before serving.
Notes
Mix well but avoid overmixing to keep the cake light and fluffy. Prepare ganache and filling ahead of time and refrigerate if needed. Add a pinch of sea salt on top of ganache for a sweet-salty contrast. Experiment with different nut butters for a unique flavor.