BLUE-RIBBON PEANUT BUTTER TORTE

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Carol Wilson of Ancho, New Mexico claimed Grand Prize in the Taste of Home Recipe Box Contest with this impressive three-layer cake. Open to cooks nationwide, this "Blue-Ribbon Dessert" competition was sponsored by Taste of Home Cooking School.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 23

1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons butter, softened
1/2 cup chunky peanut butter
2 cups packed brown sugar
4 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup buttermilk
CHOCOLATE FILLING:
2-1/4 cups heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
12 ounces bittersweet or semisweet chocolate, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup chunky peanut butter
CREAM CHEESE FROSTING:
12 ounces cream cheese, softened
6 tablespoons butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups confectioners' sugar, divided
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
2 Butterfinger candy bars (2.1 ounces each), coarsely chopped
1/3 cup honey-roasted peanuts, chopped

Steps:

  • Grease three 9-in. round baking pans; set aside. In a large bowl, cream the butter, peanut butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla., Combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating well after each addition. Pour into prepared pans (pans will have a shallow fill)., Bake at 350° for 17-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks., For filling, in a large heavy saucepan, bring cream and brown sugar to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1-2 minutes or until sugar is dissolved. Remove from the heat; stir in chocolate and peanut butter until blended. Transfer to a small bowl; chill until mixture achieves spreading consistency. , For frosting, in a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until blended. Beat in vanilla. Gradually beat in 1-1/4 cups confectioners' sugar until light and fluffy. In a small bowl, beat cream and remaining confectioners' sugar until stiff peaks form; fold into cream cheese mixture., Spread filling between layers. Frost top and sides of cake. Garnish with chopped candy bars and peanuts. Store in the refrigerator.

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Aliraza
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I'm always looking for new peanut butter recipes. I'll have to give this one a try.


Chikaodi Matthew
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This recipe looks interesting. I might try it sometime.


Shumon Mia
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I'm not a fan of peanut butter, so I'm not sure if I'll like this torte.


Henry barrientos
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I'm allergic to peanuts, so I can't try this recipe. It looks delicious, though!


Willam Dean
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This recipe is a bit too complicated for me. I think I'll try a different one next time.


Jamal Udin
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my torte turned out a complete disaster. It was a waste of time and ingredients.


Khalil Rehman
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my torte didn't turn out as well as I expected. It was a bit too dense.


Md Habillua
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The torte was a bit dry, but the flavor was good.


MD Ariful Islam Jaman
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This torte is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still a good recipe.


olayiwola abiodun
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I'm not a big fan of peanut butter, but I really enjoyed this torte. The chocolate and whipped cream balance out the peanut butter flavor perfectly.


Yuki Blossom
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This torte is so rich and decadent. It's the perfect treat for a special occasion.


Rozynah
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I love the combination of peanut butter and chocolate in this torte. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Qayyum Khilji
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This is my go-to recipe for peanut butter torte. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


allessandro Carolus
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I made this torte for a potluck, and it was gone in minutes! Everyone loved it.


Allahyea Preston
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This torte is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth it. The flavor is out of this world!


Faheem Ali
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I was a bit skeptical about making this torte, but I'm so glad I did! It was surprisingly easy to make, and the results were amazing.


nazia nazi
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I've made this torte several times, and it always turns out perfectly. It's a great recipe to have on hand for special occasions.


Diane Brake
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This is the best peanut butter torte I've ever had! The combination of peanut butter, chocolate, and whipped cream is perfect.


Imalka Jayantha
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The peanut butter torte was a hit at our party! Everyone raved about its creamy texture and rich peanut butter flavor.


Hamna Qureshi
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My family loved this recipe! It was easy to follow, and the torte turned out moist and flavorful. I added a layer of chocolate ganache in between the peanut butter layers, and it was divine!