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Amazing Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake Recipe Using Cake Mix

Last Updated on June 22, 2021

If you are a fan of peanut butter desserts, you will love this amazing chocolate peanut butter cake recipe using cake mix. It is hard to resist the amazing flavors, as they pair so well together. This cake will be a hit at any party or event you go to.

This recipe is simple to make and requires no prior baking experience, so no need to worry if you are a newbie. It is great for birthday parties, BBQs, potlucks, and dinner parties. Your friends and family are all sure to love this tasty chocolate peanut butter cake.

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What You Will Need

Ingredients

  • 1 package Betty Crocker devil’s food cake mix (regular size)
  • 1 1/4 cup water
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil or vegetable oil
  • 16 ounces chocolate frosting (1 can)

Equipment

  • 13 x 9-inch cake pan
  • Cooking spray
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Wire rack
  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • Small mixing bowl

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Step by Step Instructions

Step One: Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Pan

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray the 13 x 9-inch cake pan with cooking spray.

Step Two: Make the Cake Batter

In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to beat together the cake mix, vegetable oil, and eggs. Mix on medium speed until fully combined. Alternatively, mix thoroughly by hand for two minutes.

Step Three: Bake the Cake

Bake the cake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean. If there is batter or crumbs on the cake, continue to bake. Cool the cake for 10 minutes in the pan before transferring it to a wire rack to cool.

baking cake

Step Four: Combine the Peanut Butter and Canola Oil

In a small bowl, mix together the peanut butter and canola oil. Spread the peanut butter mixture on the cake while it is still warm.

Step Five: Microwave the Frosting

In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the frosting for 25-30 seconds or until the frosting is pourable. Stir until the frosting is smooth.

Step Six: Decorate the Cake

Pour the heated frosting onto the cake, spreading it smoothly on. Let the cake stand until the frosting is set. Slice and serve the cake once set.

Decorate the Cake - Chocolate Peanut butter Cake

Servings and Preparation Time

Servings and Preparation Time - Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake

Tips and Tricks

Store this cake in an airtight container at room temperature for 3-4 days. You can also store the cake in the fridge in an airtight container for up to one week.

In addition, you can also make the cake ahead of time and freeze it for when you need it to save you time. Set the cake in the freezer uncovered for one hour to let the frosting freeze. Then, wrap the cake in plastic wrap and aluminum foil or an airtight container.

The cake can be frozen for 3-6 months. When ready to serve, allow the cake to thaw at room temperature overnight or on the counter at room temperature for two hours. Serve chilled or at room temperature, depending on your personal preference.

Tips and Tricks For Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake

For a more peanut butter experience, top your cake with miniature Reese’s peanut butter cups or Reese’s Pieces. You can also drizzle it with chocolate sauce, peanut butter sauce, or even caramel sauce. For more texture, you can use crunchy peanut butter or even top it with chopped peanuts.

This cake is great served on its own or with your favorite ice cream. Try it with a scoop of vanilla, chocolate, or even peanut butter ice cream. This will make for a truly irresistible dessert, great for serving at any summer party or BBQ.

Amazing Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake Recipe Using Cake Mix

If you are a fan of peanut butter desserts, you will love this amazing chocolate peanut butter cake recipe using cake mix. It is hard to resist the amazing flavors, as they pair so well together. This cake will be a hit at any party or event you go to.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Amazing Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake Recipe Using Cake Mix
Servings: 15
Author: cakedecorist.com

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 1 package Betty Crocker devil's food cake mix regular size
  • 1 1/4 cup water
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil or vegetable oil
  • 16 ounces chocolate frosting 1 can

Instructions 

  • Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Pan - Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray the 13 x 9-inch cake pan with cooking spray.
  • Make the Cake Batter - In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to beat together the cake mix, vegetable oil, and eggs. Mix on medium speed until fully combined. Alternatively, mix thoroughly by hand for two minutes.
  • Bake the Cake - Bake the cake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean. If there is batter or crumbs on the cake, continue to bake. Cool the cake for 10 minutes in the pan before transferring it to a wire rack to cool.
  • Combine the Peanut Butter and Canola Oil - In a small bowl, mix together the peanut butter and canola oil. Spread the peanut butter mixture on the cake while it is still warm.
  • Microwave the Frosting - In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the frosting for 25-30 seconds or until the frosting is pourable. Stir until the frosting is smooth.
  • Step Six: Decorate the Cake - Pour the heated frosting onto the cake, spreading it smoothly on. Let the cake stand until the frosting is set. Slice and serve the cake once set.

Notes

Store this cake in an airtight container at room temperature for 3-4 days. You can also store the cake in the fridge in an airtight container for up to one week.
In addition, you can also make the cake ahead of time and freeze it for when you need it to save you time. Set the cake in the freezer uncovered for one hour to let the frosting freeze. Then, wrap the cake in plastic wrap and aluminum foil or an airtight container.
The cake can be frozen for 3-6 months. When ready to serve, allow the cake to thaw at room temperature overnight or on the counter at room temperature for two hours. Serve chilled or at room temperature, depending on your personal preference.
For a more peanut butter experience, top your cake with miniature Reese's peanut butter cups or Reese's Pieces. You can also drizzle it with chocolate sauce, peanut butter sauce, or even caramel sauce. For more texture, you can use crunchy peanut butter or even top it with chopped peanuts.
This cake is great served on its own or with your favorite ice cream. Try it with a scoop of vanilla, chocolate, or even peanut butter ice cream. This will make for a truly irresistible dessert, great for serving at any summer party or BBQ.
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Tasty Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake Using Cake Mix

This chocolate peanut butter cake mix recipe makes for a decadent dessert. With layers of creamy peanut butter and smooth chocolate frosting on moist chocolate cake, you will have a hard time not coming back for seconds. This recipe will be one you want to keep on hand, as it is sure to be a hit.

This recipe is easy to make, which is great if you are new to baking. It is full of flavor and is a chocolate-peanut butter lover’s dream. No matter the occasion, this cake will make an awesome dessert to serve.

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