Introduction

This Chocolate Peanut Butter Bundt Cake combines rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter for a decadent dessert that’s sure to impress. Moist and flavorful, it’s perfect for special occasions or satisfying a sweet craving.

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Ingredients

1 15.25 oz. chocolate cake mix
1 18.3 oz. brownie mix
4 eggs
1 1/4 cups water
1 cup oil
1 8-ounce package cream cheese (softened)
⅓ cup sugar
1 egg
¼ cup peanut butter
½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
½ cup heavy whipping cream
½ cup peanut butter (for garnish)
Mini peanut butter cups (for garnish)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and grease a 10-cup bundt pan.
Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, brownie mix, 4 eggs, water, and oil. Follow the instructions on your mix packages to ensure you add any additional ingredients required.
Step 3: Pour half of the batter into the prepared bundt pan.
Step 4: In a medium bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, sugar, 1 egg, and ¼ cup peanut butter until smooth and creamy.
Step 5: Add spoonfuls of the peanut butter mixture evenly over the batter layer in the bundt pan.
Step 6: Pour the remaining batter over the peanut butter mixture, smoothing the top.
Step 7: Place the bundt pan on a baking sheet and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Step 8: Let the cake cool for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 9: Heat the heavy whipping cream in the microwave for 30 seconds to 1 minute until hot but not boiling.
Step 10: Add the chocolate chips to the hot cream and let it sit for 5 minutes, then stir until melted and glossy.
Step 11: Drizzle the chocolate ganache over the cooled cake.
Step 12: Melt ½ cup peanut butter in a small microwave-safe bowl for about 20 seconds, then drizzle it over the cake.
Step 13: Garnish with mini peanut butter cups as desired.
Step 14: Serve and enjoy!

Tips & Variations

Make sure your cream cheese is softened to avoid lumps in the peanut butter layer.
You can substitute creamy peanut butter with natural peanut butter for a more intense nutty flavor.
If you prefer a less sweet cake, reduce the sugar in the cream cheese mixture slightly.
Use a bundt pan with nonstick coating or grease it well to ensure easy removal of the cake.

Storage

Store the cake covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days. If refrigerated, let the cake come to room temperature before serving for best texture. Reheat ganache-topped slices briefly in the microwave to soften the chocolate if desired.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use homemade cake and brownie batter instead of mixes?

Yes, you can substitute with homemade batters, but be sure the cake and brownie recipes are complementary in texture to achieve the right layering and bake time.

How do I know when the cake is fully baked?

Insert a toothpick into the center of the cake; it should come out clean or with just a few moist crumbs attached. Also, the cake should pull slightly away from the edges of the pan.

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This decadent Chocolate Peanut Butter Bundt Cake combines the rich flavors of chocolate cake and brownie mix with creamy peanut butter filling and a luscious chocolate ganache topping. Perfect for peanut butter and chocolate lovers, this bundt cake is a showstopper dessert for any occasion.

Author: Sophie
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Yield: 12 servings 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Cake Batter

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 Cream Cheese Filling

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

Chocolate Ganache

½ cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet)
½ cup heavy whipping cream

Garnish

½ cup peanut butter (for drizzling)
mini peanut butter cups (Mini Reese’s cups for garnish)

Instructions

Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 10-cup bundt pan thoroughly to ensure the cake releases easily.
Mix cake and brownie batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, brownie mix, 4 eggs, 1 1/4 cups water, and 1 cup oil. Follow the instructions on the cake and brownie mix boxes to ensure correct liquid ratios and ingredients, adjusting as needed.
Pour first batter layer: Pour half of the combined batter evenly into the prepared bundt pan, spreading it gently to cover the bottom.
Prepare peanut butter cream cheese filling: In a medium bowl, mix together the softened cream cheese, ⅓ cup sugar, 1 egg, and ¼ cup peanut butter until smooth and creamy with no lumps.
Add filling to batter: Spoon dollops of the peanut butter mixture evenly over the layer of batter in the bundt pan.
Top with remaining batter: Carefully spoon the remaining half of the batter over the peanut butter filling, spreading gently to cover.
Bake the cake: Place the bundt pan on a baking sheet to catch any drips and bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean.
Cool the cake: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then invert it onto a wire rack to cool completely before decorating.
Make chocolate ganache: Heat the ½ cup heavy whipping cream in the microwave for 30 seconds to 1 minute until hot. Add the ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips and let sit for 5 minutes. Stir until the mixture is melted, smooth, and glossy.
Drizzle ganache on cake: Drizzle the chocolate ganache evenly over the top of the cooled bundt cake.
Prepare peanut butter drizzle: In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt ½ cup peanut butter for 20 seconds until pourable.
Drizzle peanut butter: Drizzle the melted peanut butter over the top of the cake, adding a rich layer of flavor.
Garnish with mini peanut butter cups: Sprinkle chopped or whole mini Reese’s peanut butter cups on top for an extra special touch.
Serve and enjoy: Slice and serve this rich, moist bundt cake for dessert or special occasions.

Notes

Make sure to adjust the liquid and egg quantities based on the specific instructions on your cake and brownie mix boxes for best results.
Allow the cake to cool completely before adding the ganache and peanut butter drizzles to prevent melting and sliding.
Use a non-stick spray or butter and flour to grease the bundt pan thoroughly for easy cake removal.
You can substitute peanut butter cups for other chocolate candies if preferred.
Store leftovers covered at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate for up to a week.

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