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Chocolate Peanut Butter Poke Cake

Chocolate Peanut Butter Poke Cake
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Dive into rich flavors with this easy Chocolate Peanut Butter Poke Cake recipe featuring a super moist chocolate cake base filled with creamy peanut butter and topped with a luscious chocolate ganache, creating an irresistible and comforting dessert perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

  • 1 box chocolate cake mix
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil

Peanut Butter Filling

  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup powdered sugar

Chocolate Ganache

  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 cup chocolate chips
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Bake the Chocolate Cake: Prepare the chocolate cake mix according to package directions by combining the mix with eggs, water, and vegetable oil. Pour the batter evenly into a greased baking dish and bake until a toothpick inserted comes out mostly clean, creating a moist, tender cake base.
  2. Create the Holes: When the cake is slightly cooled but still warm, use the handle of a wooden spoon or similar utensil to poke holes evenly all over the cake’s surface to allow the peanut butter filling to seep in thoroughly.
  3. Prepare the Peanut Butter Filling: Mix the creamy peanut butter with powdered sugar until smooth and spreadable. Pour or spoon this filling evenly over the cake, ensuring it sinks into the holes for maximum flavor infusion.
  4. Make the Chocolate Ganache: Heat the heavy whipping cream until hot but not boiling, then pour over the chocolate chips. Let sit briefly before stirring until glossy and smooth. Stir in vanilla extract and spread the ganache over the peanut butter layer, adding rich chocolate decadence.
  5. Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the cake for at least 1-2 hours to allow flavors to meld and fillings to set. Once chilled, slice and serve either chilled or at room temperature to enjoy the harmonious combination of chocolate and peanut butter.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother batter and consistent texture.
  • Do not skip poking holes; they ensure the filling seeps in evenly.
  • Choose creamy peanut butter to avoid lumps in the filling.
  • Allow ganache to cool slightly before spreading to prevent melting the peanut butter filling.
  • Chill the cake well to enhance flavor fusion and texture.

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