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1. Make the Chocolate Cake:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat together the eggs, buttermilk, oil, and vanilla extract. Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until combined.
- Add the boiling water (or coffee) and mix until smooth. The batter will be thin, which is perfect for a moist cake.
- Pour the batter evenly into the cake pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the cakes in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
2. Prepare the Peanut Butter Filling:
- In a medium bowl, beat together the peanut butter, powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Once the cakes have cooled, spread the peanut butter filling evenly on top of one of the cakes. Top with the other cake layer to sandwich the filling inside.
3. Make the Chocolate Frosting:
- Beat the butter until soft and fluffy. Gradually add powdered sugar and cocoa powder, mixing until smooth.
- Add milk, one tablespoon at a time, and vanilla extract. Continue mixing until the frosting reaches your desired consistency. If you like it thicker, add more powdered sugar. If you want it smoother, add more milk.
4. Frost the Cake:
- Spread a thick layer of chocolate frosting over the top and sides of the cake.
- For a finishing touch, you can drizzle some melted chocolate or sprinkle chopped peanuts on top.
Why It’s Decadent:
This cake is everything you love in a dessert: rich chocolate cake, creamy peanut butter filling, and smooth, luscious chocolate frosting. It’s a slice of indulgence that combines two of the best flavors in the world. 🍫🥜 Let me know how it turns out!
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