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Easy Chocolate Frosted Peanut Butter Cake

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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.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 12
Calories: 1051.0
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description
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
  • 1 package Yellow cake mix
  • 1/2 cup Peanut butter
  • 1 cup Vanilla pudding
  • 1/4 cup Milk
  • 3 Eggs
  • 1/2 cup Peanuts chopped
  • 1 can Ready-to-spread Choc frostin
  • 1/4 cup Peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup Chopped peanuts
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 350ðF (175ðC).
  2. 2
    Grease and flour two 8-inch or 9-inch round cake pans.
  3. 3
    In a large bowl, combine yellow cake mix, vanilla pudding mix, 1/2 cup peanut butter, milk, and eggs.
  4. 4
    Beat mixture on high speed for 2 minutes until smooth and well blended.
  5. 5
    Gently fold in 1/2 cup of chopped peanuts.
  6. 6
    Divide batter evenly between prepared pans.
  7. 7
    Bake for 35 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. 8
    Cool cakes in pans for 5 minutes, then remove to wire racks to cool completely.
  9. 9
    In a medium bowl, blend chocolate frosting with 1/4 cup peanut butter until smooth and creamy.
  10. 10
    Spread frosting between cake layers and over the top and sides of the assembled cake.
  11. 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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