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Chocolate Peanut Butter Bundt Cake Recipe

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This decadent Chocolate Peanut Butter Bundt Cake combines the rich flavors of chocolate cake and brownie mix with a creamy peanut butter and cream cheese filling. Finished with a luscious chocolate ganache and peanut butter drizzle, and garnished with mini peanut butter cups, this cake is a perfect indulgence for any chocolate and peanut butter lover.

Ingredients

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Cake Base

  • 1 15.25 oz. chocolate cake mix
  • 1 18.3 oz. brownie mix
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 1/4 cups water
  • 1 cup oil

Peanut Butter Filling

  • 1 8 ounces package cream cheese (softened)
  • ⅓ cup sugar
  • 1 egg
  • ¼ cup peanut butter

Toppings and Ganache

  • ½ cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet)
  • ½ cup heavy whipping cream
  • ½ cup peanut butter for garnish
  • Peanut butter cups (Mini for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the bundt cake.
  2. Prepare Pan: Grease a 10-cup bundt pan thoroughly to ensure the cake does not stick during baking.
  3. Mix Cake Batters: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, brownie mix, 4 eggs, 1 1/4 cups water, and 1 cup oil. Be sure to check the boxes for any additional ingredients required by your specific cake and brownie mixes and add them accordingly.
  4. Layer Batter: Pour half of the batter evenly into the greased bundt pan.
  5. Prepare Peanut Butter Filling: In a medium mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, ⅓ cup sugar, 1 egg, and ¼ cup peanut butter until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  6. Add Filling: Spoon the peanut butter mixture in dollops evenly over the batter layer in the bundt pan.
  7. Top Batter: Carefully pour the remaining batter over the peanut butter filling to cover it completely.
  8. Bake Cake: Place the bundt pan on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Cool Cake: Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then invert the bundt pan onto a wire rack and allow the cake to cool completely.
  10. Heat Cream: Microwave the ½ cup of heavy whipping cream in a microwave-safe container for 30 seconds to 1 minute until hot but not boiling.
  11. Make Ganache: Add ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips to the hot cream. Let sit for 5 minutes, then stir until the chocolate melts and the mixture becomes shiny and smooth.
  12. Drizzle Ganache: Pour the chocolate ganache evenly over the cooled cake, letting it drip enticingly down the sides.
  13. Melt Peanut Butter: In a small microwave-safe bowl, microwave ½ cup peanut butter for 20 seconds until it becomes more fluid for easy drizzling.
  14. Drizzle Peanut Butter: Drizzle the melted peanut butter over the ganache-topped cake decoratively.
  15. Garnish: Sprinkle mini peanut butter cups over the top for added texture and flavor.
  16. Serve: Slice and serve this rich and indulgent Chocolate Peanut Butter Bundt Cake to your guests or family.

Notes

  • Check the specific instructions on your cake and brownie mix boxes as ingredient requirements may vary.
  • Ensure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for easier mixing.
  • The cake is best enjoyed once completely cooled and the ganache has set.
  • Use a baking sheet underneath the bundt pan to catch any batter drips in the oven.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for longer freshness.
  • Serve with a cold glass of milk or coffee to complement the rich flavors.

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