Peanut Butter Gooey Cake Recipe

Indulge in this decadent Peanut Butter Gooey Chocolate Cake, a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for birthdays, holidays, or any special occasion! Rich chocolate cake gets a gooey, peanut butter swirl that kids and adults will adore. This recipe, courtesy of Paula Deen herself, is easy to follow and delivers unforgettable flavor. Get ready for a taste sensation!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 80 mins
Calories 822.3 kcal
Protein 27g
Rating 5.0 (28 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Peanut Butter Gooey Cake

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How to Make Peanut Butter Gooey Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 13x9 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the following for the cake batter: 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 cups granulated sugar, ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder, 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 cup buttermilk, ½ cup vegetable oil, 2 large eggs, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract.
  3. Mix with an electric mixer until smooth.
  4. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  5. Now, let's make the peanut butter filling!
  6. In a separate large bowl, beat together 8 ounces cream cheese (softened), 1 cup creamy peanut butter, 2 large eggs, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter (softened) until smooth and creamy.
  7. Gradually add 2 cups powdered sugar, beating until combined.
  8. Spread the peanut butter filling evenly over the chocolate cake batter.
  9. Bake for 40-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs (the center will be slightly gooey).
  10. Let cool completely before serving. Enjoy a slice with whipped cream or a scoop of your favorite ice cream!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

32 g

Sugar

267g

Fat

108g

Carbs

29g