Chocolate Peanut Butter Bundt Cake

Chocolate Peanut Butter Bundt Cake is a delightfully rich and moist cake that’s filled and topped with a creamy peanut butter glaze. It’s not overly sweet or dense either. I think it’s a perfect treat for any occasion, and if you’re not a fan of peanut butter, feel free to use a different frosting.

It will still be undeniably delicious! If you’re looking for a decadent dessert that’s not too heavy, you’ve come to the right place. When you make a rich and moist chocolate cake and pair it with a creamy peanut butter glaze, you get the perfect cake. The addition of peanut butter just sends it over the top. I’ve really been in the mood for something indulgent and this dreamy cake reminds me of comfort and celebration. Not a fan of peanut butter? Don’t worry, it’s still delicious without it.

Kitchen Equipment Needed:

• Bundt pan
• Large mixing bowl
• Medium mixing bowl
• Whisk
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Electric mixer
• Rubber spatula
• Cooling rack

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup buttermilk, at room temperature
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs, at room temperature
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup hot water
• 1 cup creamy peanut butter (optional for filling)

For the Peanut Butter Glaze:

• 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup milk (more as needed for consistency)

Directions:

1. Preheat Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a Bundt pan.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients:
   • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
3. Combine Wet Ingredients:
   • In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Combine Mixtures:
   • Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing with an electric mixer on low speed until just combined. Slowly add the hot water to the batter, mixing on low speed until smooth.
5. Add Peanut Butter Filling (Optional):
   • If using peanut butter as a filling, pour half of the batter into the prepared Bundt pan. Spoon the peanut butter over the batter and then pour the remaining batter over the peanut butter.
6. Bake the Cake:
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then invert onto a cooling rack to cool completely.
7. Prepare the Peanut Butter Glaze:
   • In a medium mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk. Whisk until smooth and pourable. Add more milk if needed to reach the desired consistency.
8. Glaze the Cake:
   • Once the cake has cooled completely, drizzle the peanut butter glaze over the top, letting it drip down the sides.

Enjoy:

This Chocolate Peanut Butter Bundt Cake is a rich and decadent treat perfect for any occasion. Enjoy the moist chocolate cake paired with the creamy peanut butter glaze for a truly delightful dessert.