Description
This Chocolate Peanut Butter Ooey Gooey Butter Cake is a decadent, melt-in-your-mouth dessert! Made with rich chocolate cake, creamy peanut butter, and a luscious gooey topping, it’s the ultimate treat for chocolate and peanut butter lovers.
Ingredients
For the Cake Base:
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1 box chocolate cake mix
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
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2 large eggs
For the Peanut Butter Filling:
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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1 cup creamy peanut butter
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2 large eggs
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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4 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
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In a large bowl, mix together the cake mix, melted butter, and 2 eggs until a thick dough forms.
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Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
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In another bowl, beat the cream cheese and peanut butter until smooth and creamy.
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Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing well.
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Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until fully combined and fluffy.
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Spread the peanut butter mixture evenly over the cake base.
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Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is still a little gooey.
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Let cool completely before slicing into squares and serving!
Notes
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Don’t overbake — the gooey center is what makes this cake magical!
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For extra indulgence, drizzle with melted chocolate or a sprinkle of chopped peanuts before serving.
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Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature or refrigerate for a firmer texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
