Decadent Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake: A Perfect Blend of Richness and Sweetness

Introduction: 

Indulge your taste buds with the heavenly combination of chocolate and peanut butter in this delightful cake recipe. Whether you're a chocolate lover, a peanut butter enthusiast, or someone who just appreciates a decadent treat, this Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake is sure to satisfy your cravings. Follow the step-by-step instructions below to create a moist and flavorful cake that will leave everyone asking for seconds.

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Ingredients:

For the Chocolate Cake:

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 and 3/4 cups granulated sugar

3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

2 teaspoons baking powder

1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking soda

1 teaspoon salt

2 large eggs

1 cup whole milk

1/2 cup vegetable oil

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

1 cup boiling water

For the Peanut Butter Frosting:

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

1 cup creamy peanut butter

4 cups confectioners' sugar

1/4 cup whole milk

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Chocolate Ganache:

1/2 cup heavy cream

1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined.

Gradually add the boiling water to the batter, stirring continuously. The batter will be thin, but that's normal.

Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

While the cakes are baking, prepare the peanut butter frosting. In a large bowl, beat together the softened butter, peanut butter, confectioners' sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.

Allow the cakes to cool completely before removing them from the pans. Once cooled, spread a generous layer of peanut butter frosting on top of one cake layer.

Place the second cake layer on top and cover the entire cake with the remaining peanut butter frosting. Use a spatula to smooth the frosting for a neat finish.

For the chocolate ganache, heat the heavy cream in a saucepan until it simmers. Pour it over the chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl. Let it sit for a minute, then stir until smooth.

Pour the chocolate ganache over the frosted cake, allowing it to drip down the sides for a visually appealing effect.

Refrigerate the cake for at least 30 minutes to set the ganache before serving.

Slice and enjoy this delectable Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake, savoring the perfect marriage of rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter in every bite. This show-stopping dessert is bound to become a family favorite for any occasion!