Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cake Recipe

Indulge in this decadent Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cake, the perfect birthday treat! This moist and delicious cake combines the rich flavors of peanut butter and chocolate chips for a truly unforgettable dessert. Easy to make and guaranteed to impress, this recipe is perfect for both beginner and experienced bakers.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 429.4 kcal
Protein 16g
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Ingredients for Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cake

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How to Make Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 ½ cups packed light brown sugar, and 2 teaspoons baking powder.
  3. Add 1 cup creamy peanut butter, ½ cup sour cream, 4 ounces cream cheese (softened), ½ cup unsalted butter (softened), 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 2 large eggs to the dry ingredients. Beat with an electric mixer until well combined.
  4. Stir in 2 cups chocolate chips.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
  6. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup chocolate chips evenly over the top.
  7. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the cake cool completely in the pan before frosting.
  9. (Optional) Prepare chocolate glaze by whisking together 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder, 2 cups powdered sugar, and ¼ cup milk until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cake.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

124g

Fat

61g

Carbs

14g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cake?

Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cake takes about 85 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 65 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cake?

Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cake has approximately 429.4 calories per serving, with about 16 g protein, 14 g carbohydrates and 39 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cake?

The key ingredients for Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cake are Flour, Brown Sugar, Baking Powder, Smooth Peanut Butter, Sour Cream, Cream Cheese. See the full list with measurements above.

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