Description
Decadent layers of chocolate cake, creamy peanut butter frosting, and rich homemade caramel make this cake a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 box chocolate cake mix
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup corn syrup
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups milk chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
- Combine the chocolate cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs in a large mixing bowl. Mix until smooth and velvety.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted into the center.
- Cool the cakes in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
- Beat together peanut butter and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy for the frosting.
- Combine sugar, corn syrup, and butter in a saucepan over medium heat for the caramel. Stir until boiling, then remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- Layer the cooled cakes with the peanut butter frosting and drizzle in the homemade caramel.
- Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan until it reaches a simmer, then pour it over the chocolate chips. Stir until you have a smooth, glossy mixture for the ganache.
- Pour the ganache over the assembled cake, allowing it to drizzle down the sides. Let it set before serving.
Notes
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Use a warm knife for cleaner cuts.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 46g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg