FAVORITE CHOCOLATE PEANUT TORTE

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This cake is so rich, you'd never guess it was lower in fat and sugar than other desserts. The smooth peanut butter layers and fudgy topping make it a hit with my family. -Crystal Christopher of Hustonville, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 21

1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup sugar
3/4 cup baking cocoa
1/3 cup sugar blend
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup fat-free milk
1/2 cup egg substitute
1/4 cup canola oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup boiling water
CREAMY PEANUT FILLING:
1-3/4 cups plus 2 tablespoons cold fat-free milk, divided
1 package (1 ounce) sugar-free instant vanilla pudding mix
3/4 cup reduced-fat creamy peanut butter
TOPPING:
1 ounce unsweetened chocolate
3 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons fat-free milk

Steps:

  • Coat two 9-in. round baking pans with cooking spray; line with waxed paper. Coat the paper with cooking spray and sprinkle with flour; set aside. , In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. In a small bowl, combine the milk, egg substitute, oil and vanilla; add to flour mixture. Beat for 2 minutes. Stir in water. Pour into prepared pans. , Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes; remove from pans to wire racks. Cool completely. , In a large bowl, whisk 1-3/4 cups milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes; let stand 2 minutes or until soft-set. In a small saucepan over low heat, stir peanut butter and remaining milk until smooth. Fold into pudding. , Place bottom layer on a serving plate; spread half of filling over cake layer; top with second layer and remaining filling. Chill for 1 hour or until serving., For topping, in a microwave, melt chocolate and butter; stir until smooth. Stir in confectioners' sugar and milk until smooth. Cool until spreadable. Spread frosting over top of cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 287 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 407mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

Minabell Chidinma
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I made this torte for my husband's birthday and he loved it! It was so easy to make and it turned out perfectly. The chocolate and peanut butter flavors were perfect together, and the torte was moist and decadent.


Jaycob Winner
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This torte is amazing! The chocolate and peanut butter flavors are perfect together, and the texture is moist and decadent. I highly recommend this recipe!


Md Sheid Islam
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I love this torte! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for parties, potlucks, and even just for my family. It's always a hit!


toxa playzz
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This torte is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. It's easy to make, the ingredients are readily available, and it's always delicious.


Grim Duckz
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I made this torte for my husband's birthday and he loved it! It was so easy to make and it turned out perfectly. The chocolate and peanut butter flavors were perfect together, and the torte was moist and decadent.


Sania Khokhar
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This torte is amazing! The chocolate and peanut butter flavors are perfect together, and the texture is moist and decadent. I highly recommend this recipe!


Hassan khan Khitran
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I love this torte! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for parties, potlucks, and even just for my family. It's always a hit!


Funke Alaka
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This torte is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. It's easy to make, the ingredients are readily available, and it's always delicious.


Lewis Woosley
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I made this torte for my husband's birthday and he loved it! It was so easy to make and it turned out perfectly. The chocolate and peanut butter flavors were perfect together, and the torte was moist and decadent.


Stormy
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This torte is amazing! The chocolate and peanut butter flavors are perfect together, and the texture is moist and decadent. I highly recommend this recipe!


Carla Longhurst
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I love this torte! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for parties, potlucks, and even just for my family. It's always a hit!


Kanchha Dai
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This torte is absolutely delicious! I've made it several times now and it always turns out perfectly. The chocolate and peanut butter flavors are perfectly balanced, and the torte is moist and decadent. I highly recommend this recipe!


Younus Jan
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I made this torte for a party last weekend and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it, and I received several requests for the recipe. The torte is easy to make and the ingredients are readily available. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who lov


Abbagail Salamone
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This recipe is a true delight! The combination of chocolate and peanut butter is a match made in heaven, and the torte itself is moist, rich, and decadent. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. My family and friends raved about i