Best 7 Makeover Gooey Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake Recipes

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Are you looking for a delicious and indulgent dessert that will satisfy your sweet tooth? Look no further than the makeover gooey chocolate peanut butter cake! This decadent cake is made with layers of moist chocolate cake, creamy peanut butter frosting, and a rich chocolate ganache. It's the perfect treat for any occasion, whether you're celebrating a birthday, a holiday, or just want to enjoy a special dessert. With its irresistible combination of chocolate and peanut butter, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So what are you waiting for? Read on to learn how to make this amazing cake!

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GOOEY PEANUT BUTTER-CHOCOLATE CAKE



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Here in Wisconsin, winter weather is extreme. A hot dessert is just the thing to warm us up. This slow-cooked chocolate cake gets its crunch from a sprinkling of peanuts. -Lisa Erickson, Ripon, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 2h20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1-3/4 cups sugar, divided
1 cup 2% milk
3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
3 tablespoons canola oil
2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup baking cocoa, divided
3 teaspoons baking powder
2 cups boiling water
Chopped salted peanuts, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat 1 cup sugar, milk, peanut butter and oil until well blended. In another bowl, whisk flour, 1/2 cup cocoa and baking powder; gradually beat into peanut butter mixture (batter will be thick). Transfer to a greased 5-qt. slow cooker., In a small bowl, mix the remaining sugar and cocoa. Stir in water. Pour over batter (do not stir)., Cook, covered, on high 2 to 2-1/2 hours or until a toothpick inserted in cake portion comes out with moist crumbs. If desired, sprinkle with peanuts. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 512 calories, Fat 19g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 298mg sodium, Carbohydrate 79g carbohydrate (48g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

MAKEOVER GOOEY CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER CAKE



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My dad made sure this dessert was on the menu for Father's Day-or else! This makeover version is great. I can't believe so much fat was cut and it still tastes like the original. -Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 24 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 package chocolate cake mix (regular size)
1 egg
1/4 cup canola oil
1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
TOPPING:
1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1/2 cup reduced-fat butter, melted
2 eggs
2 egg whites
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the cake mix, egg, oil and applesauce on low speed until combined. Press into a 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray., In a another large bowl, beat cream cheese and peanut butter until smooth. Add the butter, eggs, egg whites and vanilla; beat on low until combined. Add the confectioners' sugar; mix well. Pour over crust., Bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Cool on a wire rack for 20 minutes before cutting. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 228 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 255mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER GOOEY BUTTER CAKE



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Paula makes gooey dessert magic with chocolate cake mix, cream cheese and peanut butter.

Provided by Paula Deen

Categories     baking     christmas     classics     dessert     potluck     southern cooking     sweets

Time 20m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (18 1/4 oz) package chocolate cake mix
4 large divided eggs
1 cup (2 sticks), melted, divided butter
1 (8 oz) package softened cream cheese
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 3/4 cups confectioner's sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 °F. Spray a 13×9 inch baking pan with nonstick spray.
  • Add the cake mix, 1 egg and 1 stick melted butter to a large bowl and beat with an electric hand held mixer until combined. Scrape the mixture into the prepared baking pan and pat down evenly.
  • Place the cream cheese in a large bowl and beat well until smooth. Beat in the 3 eggs, one at a time. Add the peanut butter, vanilla and stick of butter. Add the powdered sugar in last and beat until well mixed.
  • Evenly spread the mixture over the cake batter using a rubber spatula. Bake for 40-50 minutes. The center of the cake should still be slightly gooey when finished baking.

CHOCOLATE GOOEY BUTTER CAKE



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My chocolate spin on St. Louis gooey butter cake. Dust top with powdered sugar if you like.

Provided by PHXBBW6FT1

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Cake Mix Cake Recipes     Chocolate Cake

Time 1h

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 7

15 ¼ ounces chocolate fudge cake mix (such as Betty Crocker®)
½ cup salted butter, melted
4 eggs, divided
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
5 tablespoons cocoa powder
4 cups powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  • Mix cake mix, butter, 2 eggs, and vanilla extract in a bowl. Pat into the prepared pan.
  • Mix cream cheese, cocoa powder, and remaining eggs together in another bowl with an electric mixer. Beat in powdered sugar slowly. Pour over cake layer in the pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 45 minutes. Let cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 401.2 calories, Carbohydrate 62.5 g, Cholesterol 88.2 mg, Fat 31.8 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 359.3 mg, Sugar 50.4 g

GOOEY CHOCOLATE-PEANUT BUTTER CAKE



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Inspired by southern butter cakes, this delight is blessed with lots of butter and made easily with a foolproof cake mix.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h45m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ devil's food cake mix
1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened
2 tablespoons milk
1 egg
1 cup peanut butter chips (from 10-oz bag)
1/2 cup chopped roasted peanuts
1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup peanut butter
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 eggs
3 3/4 cups powdered sugar
Hot fudge topping, if desired
Chopped peanuts, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Lightly spray 13x9-inch pan with baking spray with flour (do not use dark or nonstick pan). In large bowl, mix cake mix, butter, milk and 1 egg with spoon until dough forms. Spoon into pan. Place plastic wrap on dough; press evenly in pan. Remove plastic wrap. Sprinkle dough with peanut butter chips and peanuts.
  • In large bowl, beat cream cheese, peanut butter, vanilla and 3 eggs with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Beat in powdered sugar on low speed. Pour mixture over chocolate mixture in pan; spread evenly.
  • Bake 45 to 50 minutes or until topping is set and deep golden brown. Cool at least 30 minutes to serve warm, or cool completely. When cutting serving pieces, wipe knife with paper towel after cutting each row. Top each piece with hot fudge topping and chopped peanuts. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Carbohydrate 42 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 1 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 300 mg, Sugar 32 g, TransFat 0 g

CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER GOOEY BUTTER CAKE



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Make and share this Chocolate Peanut Butter Gooey Butter Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by clar0100

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (18 1/4 ounce) package chocolate cake mix
1 egg
8 tablespoons low-fat butter, melted
1 (8 ounce) package reduced-fat cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup smooth peanut butter
1 egg
4 egg whites
1 teaspoon vanilla
8 tablespoons butter, melted
0.5 (16 ounce) box powdered sugar
1/2 cup Splenda granular

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Combine the cake mix, egg, and butter and mix well with an electric mixer. Pat the mixture into the bottom of a lightly greased 13 by 9-inch baking pan.
  • To make the filling: In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and peanut butter until smooth. Add the eggs, vanilla, and butter, and beat together. Next, add the powdered sugar and mix well. Spread peanut butter mixture over cake batter and bake for 40 to 50 minutes. Make sure not to overbake as the center should be a little gooey.
  • Serve with fresh whipped cream.

PEANUT BUTTER GOOEY CAKE



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A treat for special occasions. Chocolate cake with peanut butter, Kids will love it, I know adults that love it. Recipe comes courtesy Paula Deen.

Provided by Barb G.

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (18 1/4 ounce) package chocolate cake mix
1 egg
8 tablespoons butter, melted
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 cup creamy peanut butter
3 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
8 tablespoons butter, melted
1 (16 ounce) box powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees; lightly grease a 13x9-inch baking pan.
  • To make cake: combine all the ingredients and mix well with an electric mixer; PAT the mixture into the bottom of the lightly greased baking pan.
  • Prepare filling; In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and peanut butter until smooth; add eggs, vanilla, and butter and beat together; add powdered sugar and mix well.
  • Spread peanut butter mixture over cake batter and bake for 40 to 50 minutes; MAKE SURE NOT TO OVERBAKE, the center will be a little GOOEY.
  • Serve with whipped cream or ice cream, ENJOY.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 822.3, Fat 49.4, SaturatedFat 21.6, Cholesterol 158.4, Sodium 771.8, Carbohydrate 88.8, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 66.9, Protein 13.9

Tips:

  • Use high-quality chocolate. This will make a big difference in the flavor of the cake.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cake tough.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs attached.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help the frosting set properly.
  • If you don't have a springform pan, you can bake the cake in a regular 9-inch round pan. Just be sure to grease and flour the pan well.
  • To make the peanut butter frosting, use creamy peanut butter. Crunchy peanut butter will make the frosting too thick.
  • You can store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Conclusion:

This gooey chocolate peanut butter cake is the perfect dessert for any occasion. It's rich, decadent, and sure to please everyone. With its moist chocolate cake, creamy peanut butter frosting, and gooey chocolate ganache, this cake is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give this gooey chocolate peanut butter cake a try. You won't be disappointed!

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