Easy Chocolate Frosted Peanut Butter Cake

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Servings: 12 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A rich, moist cake combining creamy peanut butter layers with smooth chocolate frosting for a classic comfort dessert.
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This indulgent dessert brings together the classic pairing of chocolate and peanut butter in a soft, moist cake. Using a simple yellow cake mix base, it’s enriched with vanilla pudding mix and creamy peanut butter for added depth and texture. Chopped peanuts are folded into the batter for a delightful crunch, while a homemade frosting blends ready-to-spread chocolate icing with extra peanut butter. The result is a decadent, home-style treat thatâÂÂs perfect for birthdays, potlucks, or whenever you crave something sweet and satisfying. ItâÂÂs easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.

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Easy Chocolate Frosted Peanut Butter Cake

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 12 Calories: 1051.0

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This indulgent dessert brings together the classic pairing of chocolate and peanut butter in a soft, moist cake. Using a simple yellow cake mix base, it&# 226;ÂÂs enriched with vanilla pudding mix and creamy peanut butter for added depth and texture. Chopped peanuts are folded into the batter for a delightful crunch, while a homemade frosting blends ready-to-spread chocolate icing with extra peanut butter. The result is a decadent, home-style treat thatâÂÂs perfect for birthdays, potlucks, or whenever you crave something sweet and satisfying. ItâÂÂs easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350ðF (175ðC).
  2. Grease and flour two 8-inch or 9-inch round cake pans.
  3. In a large bowl, combine yellow cake mix, vanilla pudding mix, 1/2 cup peanut butter, milk, and eggs.
  4. Beat mixture on high speed for 2 minutes until smooth and well blended.
  5. Gently fold in 1/2 cup of chopped peanuts.
  6. Divide batter evenly between prepared pans.
  7. Bake for 35 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Cool cakes in pans for 5 minutes, then remove to wire racks to cool completely.
  9. In a medium bowl, blend chocolate frosting with 1/4 cup peanut butter until smooth and creamy.
  10. Spread frosting between cake layers and over the top and sides of the assembled cake.
  11. Sprinkle remaining 1/4 cup chopped peanuts over the top.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1051.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 61.6g95%
Saturated Fat 15.7g79%
Cholesterol 178.2mg60%
Sodium 330.4mg14%
Total Carbohydrate 98.4g33%
Dietary Fiber 27.6g111%
Sugars 37.5g
Protein 40.7g82%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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