LIGHT PEANUT BUTTER CHOCOLATE CAKE

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When her mom was told to avoid sugar and fats, Annette Abbott got busy in Charlotte, North Carolina and whipped up this light, delectable dessert. "Mom loves indulging her sweet tooth while following doctor's orders," she laughs.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 18 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package devil's food cake mix (regular size)
1 cup water
3 eggs
1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/4 cup reduced-fat creamy peanut butter
FROSTING:
1/2 cup cold fat-free milk
1 package (1.4 ounces) sugar-free instant chocolate pudding mix
1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese
1/2 cup reduced-fat creamy peanut butter
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen reduced-fat whipped topping, thawed

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, water, eggs and applesauce. Beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes. Transfer to a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. , Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. , Immediately drop small amounts of peanut butter over hot cake; return to the oven for 1 minute. Carefully spread peanut butter over cake. Cool on a wire rack. , For frosting, in a small bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 1 minute. In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and peanut butter until smooth. Gradually beat in pudding. Beat in half of the whipped topping; fold in remaining whipped topping. Frost cake. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 413mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

richard godwin
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This cake is a must-try for any peanut butter and chocolate lover!


Sonu mahato
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This is my new go-to cake recipe. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect.


Violetvalk ieie
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Overall, this cake was a hit! I would definitely recommend it.


Brandon Dooley
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The cake was a little dry, but the frosting was amazing!


Victoria Carner
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This cake was a bit too sweet for me, but it was still good.


Khizar Khizar
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This cake was so moist and flavorful. I loved the peanut butter and chocolate frosting.


Usman Shafi
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This cake was delicious! The peanut butter and chocolate flavors were perfect together. I would definitely make this cake again.


Shaila Ahmed
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The cake was a little dry, but the frosting was amazing! I would definitely make this cake again, but I would add some extra moisture to the cake batter.


Nasrullah Mohmand
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. I think I'll try using less sugar next time.


Asslly
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I've made this cake several times now and it's always a winner. It's so moist and flavorful, and the frosting is to die for. I highly recommend this recipe!


Mohamad Dabaja
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This cake was so easy to make and it turned out so delicious! I'm not a baker, but I was able to follow the recipe easily. The cake was a perfect balance of peanut butter and chocolate.


Shahbaz Jani
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I made this cake for my friend's birthday and it turned out great! The cake was moist and flavorful, and the frosting was rich and creamy. My friend loved it!


Yomn Barkoumi
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This cake was a hit at my party! Everyone loved the light and fluffy texture, and the peanut butter and chocolate flavors were perfectly balanced. I'll definitely be making this again.