Peanut Butter Cup Pull-Me Cake
Indulge in a rich and creamy Peanut Butter Cup Pull-Me Cake, featuring layers of moist chocolate cake filled with a luscious peanut butter frosting. Topped with a smooth chocolate ganache and decorated with mini peanut butter cups, this cake is perfect for any celebration.
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 3/4 cups Granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1 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
- 1 cup Creamy peanut butter
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup mini peanut butter cups
Instructions
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Step 1:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
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Step 2:
In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk together until well mixed.
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Step 3:
Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until smooth. Gradually stir in boiling water until well combined.
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Step 4:
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Step 5:
In a medium bowl, beat together peanut butter and powdered sugar until smooth. Gradually add heavy cream until the frosting reaches a spreadable consistency.
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Step 6:
Once the cakes are cool, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of peanut butter frosting on top, then place the second layer on top.
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Step 7:
In a small saucepan, heat heavy cream until just boiling. Remove from heat and add chocolate chips. Stir until smooth and glossy.
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Step 8:
Pour the chocolate ganache over the top of the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides. Decorate with mini peanut butter cups.
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Step 9:
Slice the cake and serve. Enjoy your delicious Peanut Butter Cup Pull-Me Cake!