Description
This rich and indulgent Peanut Butter Chocolate Gooey Butter Cake combines a devil’s food cake base with a creamy, peanut butter-infused filling. Baked to perfection, this dessert boasts a slightly gooey center and a sweet, buttery crust, making it a perfect treat to serve with whipped cream or ice cream for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 1 (18.25-oz) package Devil’s food cake mix
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
For the Filling:
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 3 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1 (16-ounce) box powdered sugar (approximately 3 3/4 cups)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 13×9-inch baking dish to prevent the cake from sticking.
- Make the Cake Base: Combine the Devil’s food cake mix, 1 egg, and 1/2 cup melted butter in a mixing bowl. Mix well using an electric mixer until fully incorporated. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form the cake layer.
- Prepare the Filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and creamy peanut butter together until smooth and creamy. Add the 3 eggs, vanilla extract, and 1/2 cup melted butter, beating thoroughly. Gradually add the powdered sugar and continue mixing until the filling is smooth and well combined.
- Assemble and Bake: Pour the peanut butter filling mixture evenly over the cake base in the baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 50 minutes. Be careful not to overbake; the center should still be a little gooey but will firm up as it cools.
- Serve: Allow the cake to cool completely before slicing. Serve with whipped cream or ice cream for an extra indulgent dessert experience.
Notes
- Do not overbake to ensure the gooey texture in the center.
- The cake is best served after it has fully cooled and set.
- For easier slicing, chill the cake in the refrigerator before serving.
- Use creamy peanut butter for the smoothest filling.
- Prep Time: 14 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
