How to Make Chocolate Peanut Butter Marble Cake - A Step-by-Step Guide

Who doesn't love the classic combination of chocolate and peanut butter? This delectable duo comes together perfectly in this Chocolate Peanut Butter Marble Cake, a dessert that is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. The rich, moist chocolate cake is swirled with creamy peanut butter, creating a beautiful marble pattern that is as visually appealing as it is delicious.

This cake is the perfect treat for any occasion, whether it's a birthday celebration, a weekend brunch, or just a sweet ...

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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
  • 2 tablespoons butter, softened
  • 2 tablespoons hot water
  • 1 cup peanut butter chips
  • 1 tablespoon shortening
  • 1 (18.25 ounce) package white cake mix
  • ½ cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 ¼ cups water
  • 3 eggs

Information

  • Servings: 14
  • Yield: 1 -13x9 inch sheet cake

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). With a non-stick cooking spray, coat a 13X9X2 inch baking pan. Dust with flour and set aside.
  • In a small bowl, stir together the cocoa, confectioners' sugar, butter and 2 tablespoons hot water until smooth and set aside.
  • In microwavable bowl, place peanut butter chips and shortening. Microwave on high for 1 minute, or until chips are melted and smooth when stirred.
  • In large bowl, combine cake mix, brown sugar, 1-1/4 cups water, eggs and reserved melted peanut butter mixture; beat on low speed of electric mixer until moistened. Increase speed to medium, beat 2 minutes until smooth. Remove 1-1/2 cups of the batter and add it to the reserved cocoa mixture; blend well.
  • Pour the peanut butter flavored batter into the prepared pan. Drop spoonfuls of the chocolate batter on top. Swirl with a knife or spatula for a marbled effect.
  • Bake at 350 degree F (175 degrees C) for 40 to 45 minutes or until a wooden toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool and frost as desired.
  • Nutrition

    328 cal.

    • Total Fat: 13g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 44mg
    • Sodium: 315mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 47g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 36g
    • Protein: 7g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 85mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 92mg