Heavenly Chocolate Peanut Butter Ooey Gooey Cake
The Chocolate Peanut Butter Ooey Gooey Cake is a soft, rich dessert with a molten center that melts in your mouth. Perfect for chocolate and peanut butter lovers, this cake is easy to prepare, budget-friendly, and customizable to suit any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 1x
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup milk
- Optional toppings: chopped peanuts, chocolate drizzle
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9-inch pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup flour, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon baking soda. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, mix 1/2 cup melted butter, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, and 1/2 cup brown sugar until smooth.
- Beat in 2 eggs, one at a time, then add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
- Stir in 1/2 cup peanut butter until fully combined.
- Gradually fold the flour mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Add 1/2 cup milk and 1 cup chocolate chips; fold gently.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until edges are set but the center remains soft. Test with a toothpick: it should come out with moist crumbs.
- Let the cake cool for 10-15 minutes before slicing to allow the gooey center to set slightly.
Notes
Use creamy peanut butter for a smoother texture.
Customize with toppings like chopped peanuts or chocolate drizzle.
Do not overmix the batter; it will make the cake dense.
Serve warm for the best gooey texture, optionally with ice cream.