Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake is light, delicious, and not too sweet. This yummy chocolate cake is so easy to make, and it doesn't need frosting, just a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream does the trick.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake
When you need a cake for a weeknight dessert, a potluck, or party, this is a great one to bake. Uncomplicated and delicious! No frosting needed, so it travels wonderfully.
Marshmallows?!
Yes! Mini marshmallows add just a touch of sweetness while keeping the cake light and fluffy. They will totally disappear so you won't see them in the final baked cake.
Steps to Make This Easy Chocolate Cake Recipe
Don't Over Bake!
Cakes like this one can be easily overcooked, so it is a good idea to check it after 25 minutes. Then check it again after another 3-5 minutes if it isn't done yet.
It can handle being a tiny bit overdone, but is so much better when cooked just til done.
It is good to know if your oven is accurate as far as temperature goes. Oven thermometers are inexpensive and easy to find, even at most grocery stores.
A Few Tips For this Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake
• Be sure to use creamy peanut butter.
• Mini marshmallows are best to use as the larger ones may leave holes in the cake when they melt. And they may not melt completely.
• You can use regular size chocolate chips or mini chocolate chips (I prefer regular size).
• This cake can be enjoyed warmed up a little.
• You can freeze this cake if you need to. After it cools completely, wrap in plastic wrap, then wrap in foil. Freeze up to 2 months.
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If you make this delicious peanut butter chocolate cake recipe, please leave a comment with a star review below. I'd like to know how you liked it!
Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake
Equipment
- Hand Mixer
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups Miniature Marshmallows*
- 1 box Chocolate Fudge Cake Mix (15.25 oz or 16.5 oz)
- 1 ¼ cups Water
- 1 cup Creamy Peanut Butter
- ⅓ cup Canola or Vegetable Oil
- 3 lg Eggs
- 1 cup (6 oz) Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray a 9"x13" baking dish.
- Add the marshmallows to the baking dish, spread out evenly.
- In a large mixing bowl, add the cake mix, water, peanut butter, oil, and the eggs. Beat on low speed using a hand mixer for about 1 minute. Then beat on medium speed for 2 minutes.
- Pour the batter over the marshmallows. Spread evenly with a spatula.
- Sprinkle the chocolate chips over the batter and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
- Cool on a wire rack. Serve with dollops of vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or plain.
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