Description
A rich and indulgent dessert that combines the irresistible flavors of chocolate and peanut butter with a fudgy, gooey texture. Perfect for parties, potlucks, or satisfying your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
Scale
- Butter – 1/2 cup (1 stick)
- Peanut Butter – 1/2 cup
- Cream Cheese – 8 oz (1 package)
- Eggs – 2 large
- Cake Mix – 1 box (usually about 15.25 oz)
- Powdered Sugar – 1 cup
- Chocolate Chips – 1 cup
- Optional: Peanut Butter Cups – 4-6, chopped (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
- Cream the Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, cream together butter, peanut butter, and cream cheese. Add eggs and mix until combined.
- Add the Cake Mix: Slowly add the cake mix to the wet ingredients and blend until a thick, dough-like consistency forms.
- Stir in Chocolate Chips: Fold in chocolate chips, ensuring even distribution.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly. Bake for 35-40 minutes, until the edges are golden and the center is still a little soft. Let cool before cutting into squares.
Notes
- For richer chocolate flavor, swap some regular chocolate chips for dark chocolate.
- To enhance the recipe, add peanut butter cups before baking.
- Avoid overbaking to maintain the gooey texture in the center.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg