This Decadent Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake Recipe Is a Candy Lover’s Dream

Forget the PB&J … this is the ultimate way to eat peanut butter. Our chocolate peanut butter cake recipe features layers of chocolate cake with a creamy peanut butter center. It’s like a giant, melty Reese’s cup, but in cake form— what’s not to love? Plus, whip up a batch of glossy chocolate frosting for a classic, dripped topping. This cake makes a great centerpiece at any special occasion or whenever you need a serious dose of chocolatey, peanut buttery goodness.

For this chocolate peanut butter cake recipe, use a creamy peanut butter that’s easy to stir. Avoid using natural peanut butter that separates, as it can make the center too oily (we have a trick for preventing separation). If your peanut butter leans a bit stiff, microwave it for a few seconds to soften it up. Be careful not to overheat it though, or it will lose its flavor. Tell us your favorite way to bake with peanut butter in the comments! And try our recipe for these 3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies.