Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Chocolate Cake
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8 ounces cream cheese, softened
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2 cups powdered sugar
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3 eggs, kept separate
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 package (15.25 ounces) German chocolate cake mix
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1 cup creamy peanut butter
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226 g melted butter
→ Topping
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½ cup whipping cream
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¾ cup dark chocolate chips
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½ cup smooth peanut butter
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¼ cup peanut butter chips
# Instructions:
01 -
Turn your oven on to 350°F (177°C) and get a baking pan ready, either 9×9 or 9×13 inches depending on how thick you want your dessert.
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Stir together the cake mix, 1 egg (save the other two eggs for the filling), and half the butter (113 g). Combine well, then press this mixture into your pan and set aside.
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Using a mixer with a paddle or beaters, cream the softened cream cheese on medium speed until it's completely smooth. Add in the peanut butter and the remaining two eggs, beating until blended.
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Turn down the mixer speed and add the powdered sugar bit by bit. Slowly drizzle in the last 113 g of butter and mix thoroughly. Lastly, pour in the vanilla and blend until silky.
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Spread the filling over the base in the pan, and place it in the oven for around 50 minutes. The center should stay just a little soft. Take care not to bake it too long.
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Leave the cake on a cooling rack to cool off slightly while you put together the rich ganache topping.