Chocolate Peanut Butter Ooey Gooey Butter Cake
A rich and creamy dessert combining chocolate and peanut butter for a gooey delight that is simple to make and absolutely irresistible.
Ingredients
For the Cake Base
- 1 box chocolate cake mix
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
For the Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 cups powdered sugar
Optional Toppings
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips optional
- 1/2 cup peanut butter chips optional
- to taste Drizzle of chocolate or caramel sauce optional
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350F (175C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, melted butter, and 2 large eggs. Stir until well mixed. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom of the greased baking dish to form the base.
Making the Filling
- In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and peanut butter together until smooth.
- Add the remaining 3 large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Pour in the melted butter and vanilla extract, combining thoroughly.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar and mix until smooth.
Assembling and Baking
- Pour the filling over the chocolate cake base in the baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- If desired, sprinkle chocolate chips and peanut butter chips over the filling.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes. The center should be a little gooey but set around the edges.
Cooling and Serving
- Let the cake cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing.
- Drizzle with chocolate or caramel sauce if desired.
Notes
This cake pairs wonderfully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. It can also be served alongside a fruit salad. To elevate this recipe, consider using dark chocolate cake mix for an even richer flavor. If you're looking to reduce sugar, you can cut back on the powdered sugar or use a sugar substitute. Ensure you don’t overbake it; the gooey center is where the magic happens! Store any leftover cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or freeze it for up to two months.