Incredibly Decadent Peanut Butter Chocolate Cake

[@emmausbaptist489]

Made this cake twice already and my granddaughter, who is turning 5, wants it for her birthday! Thanks for sharing!😊

[@SugarSpunRun]

You're welcome! I hope she loves it! :)

[@cancanlady]

I made this cake for a co-workers birthday last week (minus the ganache and piping). She was so happy. This peanut butter frosting recipe is delicious.

[@SugarSpunRun]

I'm so glad everyone enjoyed it so much! :)

[@ValeryYousif]

Catholic

[@bbeth7092]

Hey Sam, this cake was a big hit at the Bible study group I took it to last night. I did not double the frosting, but there was still plenty to pipe some small stars on top. The cake itself was so incredibly moist and delicious. (I never knew how bad box cake was until I started making your scratch ones) Thank you so much for your tutorials. It makes all the difference to visual learners like me.

[@SugarSpunRun]

You’re so welcome! I’m so glad everyone enjoyed it so much!

[@whowhatwherewhy1434]

Love hearing that…that you took it too a Bible study…:-)

[@luvallakunchala2756]

A friend of mine requested a chocolate peanut butter cake and I found ur recipe, I have made other recipes of yours and they were delicious. This was really delicious and everyone loved it.Ty, for the recipe.

[@SugarSpunRun]

You're welcome! I'm glad you enjoyed it! :)

[@JessicaFayToday]

I made this cake for Easter. I put a Twix cross on the top and surrounded it with speckled egg Whoppers. EVERYONE loved it! There were several other desserts. But this one was the crowd favorite. Everyone commented on it. And everyone came back for more!!! Thank you for another home run! ⚾

[@SugarSpunRun]

That sounds awesome! I'm so glad everyone enjoyed it so much! :)

[@phoebechiki5529]

Oh. My. God. This is a GREAT recipe. I decided to try it yesterday because I thought chocolate and peanut butter sounded like heaven. And I was curious about the mixing of oil and butter and it is DELIGHTFUL! The texture of the cake is just moist and crumbly and it's so, so, good! I cut the recipe in half though, because I didn't want a huge 9inch. I made a 6-inch cake instead. Also, I am so grateful to you for putting weight measurements down because trying to half a recipe that uses 3/4 cups is so difficult. THANK YOU FOR THIS! I'm definitely going to try some of your other recipes!

[@SugarSpunRun]

I'm so glad it was a success for you! Thanks so much for making my recipe and coming back to leave a comment; I really appreciate it 😊

[@almasalazar1031]

Made this for my husband's birthday yesterday and WOOOOW this is the BEST chocolate cake we have ever had! Thank you Sam ❤ 100% recommended 👍

[@SugarSpunRun]

I'm so glad everyone enjoyed it and happy birthday to your husband!! :)

[@malisha6181]

Hi Sam, I’ve made this wonderful cake. Oddly I’m not a big fan of chocolate and peanut butter together but the family does so i made it. It was fabulous! Very well received by all. The icing was not too sweet and tasted like a peanut butter cookie in icing form. This was the second recipe I’ve made of yours, the carrot cake was the first and it was honestly the best cake I’ve ever had. Do you have a cook book? I would love to have one. I’ve told everyone that will listen to look up your channel. Keep making videos you have fans in Canada!

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you so much! I'm so glad everyone enjoyed it so much! I don't currently have a cook book, but it is definitely something I have on my radar. If you follow me on Instagram @sugarspun_sam it would be the quickest way to find out if/when I do publish one. :)

[@deejo2]

Perfect find! My husband's birthday is in a few days & he loves both chocolate & peanut butter so I could not have found a better cake for him. I've made several of your recipes & they've always turned out great. Thanks!

[@SugarSpunRun]

I hope he loves it!!

[@tootsiepeter39]

I absolutely love your honest work! I tried to decorate a cake yesterday and it went exactly before you put it on the fridge [cake crumbs were everywhere] i will follow your trick next time😍 thanks Sam💗💗

[@SugarSpunRun]

It makes a huge difference! You're welcome 😊

[@CandiestoftheLands]

YAY!! Makes my day to see new vids from you!

[@SugarSpunRun]

Aw, you're so sweet! Thank you so much 😊

[@missymitekite]

Peanut butter and chocolate!! The best combination in the world!! Another fabulous recipe, Sam. Thank you! Definitely going to give this one a try.

[@anniversary2779]

and salted caramel...a m a z I n g

[@SugarSpunRun]

I couldn't agree more! Thank you so much--I hope you love it!

[@myvillagelifeintheupperhar607]

My husband and I were just talking about chocolate cupcakes with peanut butter frosting. This looks even better! I can't wait to make this cake. Thank you so much!

[@SugarSpunRun]

I have a recipe for those too actually! Whichever you decide to make, I hope you love it!

[@francineburkhardt9685]

Try whipped cream 1cup peanut butter 1 tablespoon 1tablespoon of coco

[@francesmorgan6397]

Thank u Sam it makes my day to see ur videos

[@seaka24]

U can also use your butter wrappers (printed side to the tin). It covers most of the bottom and is a great way to reuse. I place mh butter wrappers in the freezer to store them until i need them

[@karenbalkaranali4739]

Great combination!!! Thanks again Sam for another great recipe.

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you so much! Enjoy ❤️

[@key2cakes341]

Your cakes always looks so decadent. TFS

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you!!

[@irinemartin-vx8hg]

Sam i make this cake once a month you are Extremely talented and you make it so easy to bake - keep doin whatcha doing girl, i got my eyes on you always!!

[@donnabaham9777]

These r my husband's 2 favorite flavors, so gonna haveta make this for his birthday that's right around the corner. Thanks Sam😉💞

[@SugarSpunRun]

You are so welcome! I hope he loves it!

[@leyannephipps9939]

One of the best cakes I have done to date. Great job

[@SugarSpunRun]

I'm so glad you liked it!

[@eldridgesmart5516]

Thanks for the video. This cake looks really good. GREAT job 👍🏾👍🏾. Take care ✌🏾

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you! You too!

[@HH-ty5fr]

I used your recipe to make a shortcut Black Forest cake. It was soooooo good!!! Thank you! I love your videos!!

[@SugarSpunRun]

Yum, I bet that was good! Enjoy ❤️

[@penneyburgess5431]

I’m allergic to peanuts, but I want to try this with almond butter, just not the all natural kind. Thank you!

[@SugarSpunRun]

I hope you love it! Let me know how it goes! 😊😊

[@renatajoseph6399]

Awesome Sam. What brand of cocoa powder did u use?? Waiting for the black forest cake now lol

[@SugarSpunRun]

I used Hershey's Special Dark Cocoa 😊

[@richelroldan7438]

Hi Sam I haven’t made a cake in my life. I am scared to try, I am scared to over mix the batter. What will I do. This will be second recipe that I will be making soon. The 1st one was Chocolate chip cookie made out cake flour. My son was so happy. It was the best cookie ever made. Thank you so much Sam

[@SugarSpunRun]

You will do great! Just watch the video so you know what to look for. :)

[@richelroldan7438]

Thanks for you time in replying

[@rosewebster6667]

HI, my name is Rose, I really enjoy watching you baking and explaining your cake recipes, will you tell me where you purchased your white robot , am not sure it is a robot but I like it cooking timer ? THANKS 🙏

[@yvettemarie9934]

Looks super good! ❤

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you! :)

[@lynnwolcott5358]

Looks fantastic! Recipe?

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you! I always put them in the description. 😊

[@connpinheiro5161]

Looks good peanuts butter frosting

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you!

[@nombusonxumalo6167]

So yummy.

[@Zeropatience1]

That is a beautiful cake! I will certainly be making this soon. Thank you so very much for sharing it and your instructions are perfect for anyone to follow... so I'm going to share this with some people :-) Have a wonderful day.

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thanks so much for watching and commenting! I hope everyone loves the cake 🥰

[@normarutledge]

I made this cake it was delicious

[@SugarSpunRun]

I'm so glad you enjoyed it so much! :)

[@kla631]

I plan on making this as a birthday cake stuffed with a peanut butter cheesecake layer. I've made cheese cakes in the past chocolate, regular NY style but not peanut butter.

[@SugarSpunRun]

Ooo that sounds soooo good! Let me know how it turns out. :)

[@kla631]

@@SugarSpunRun Will do.

[@dianeferraro5208]

Beautiful cake 👩‍🍳 I save it BUT I will do it eventually it looks so yummy 😋 thank you 🙏🤗

[@SugarSpunRun]

Hope you enjoy! 😊

[@camrynmcgarry2117]

I think I'm going to try making this on Friday for my Mom's birthday, as I recently discovered that I love baking, so this will be my first attempt at a birthday cake. My Mom made all of mine when I was little so, I thought it would be a fun way to return the favor! I might need to leave a note on our door though, so when Mom gets home, if I'm still working on it, she won't ruin her surprise... Wish me luck!!

[@SugarSpunRun]

That's so sweet! I hope she loves it!!

[@francineburkhardt9685]

How do y make ganish

[@camrynmcgarry2117]

@@francineburkhardt9685 I just skipped that step and just bought reusable frosting tips and bags at Walmart, so I could frost the cake and add a few decorations to it instead.. as I don't know either, and I didn't have the supplies at the time to make some ganache.... I'm also new at baking soooo......

[@dianabradley8349]

Can't wait to try this cake ! 😋I have a question about the peanut butter your recipe says 2 cups but you say 1 cup in your tutorial!

[@SugarSpunRun]

Sorry for any confusion!! The written recipe is correct. 😊

[@mmakomanyatja5213]

Wow that's a magic thank you Sugar

[@SugarSpunRun]

You are so welcome!

[@jamifitz]

Oohh and one tip I learned to do with pb frosting, is to add a little bit of pasteurized egg whites ... I know !?!? Yeah it makes it so easy to spread and even MORE creamy & even a bit shiny !! Its a Chelsweets tip... Her pb frosting recipe is of course on her channel. Between you & her channel for cake/baking I am never short for amazing recipes !! Thanks Sam !!

[@SugarSpunRun]

I love my recipe as is, but I'm sure hers is delicious too 🙂

[@jamifitz]

@@SugarSpunRun i dont mean any disrespect, now that youve seen it I will delete this comment. Just out if respect. I love your videos

[@SugarSpunRun]

None taken! ❤

[@ushagnanananda3115]

Superb😍 looks delicious😋

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you 😋

[@mentalbreak4653]

Oh my goodness, looks so delicious!!

[@SugarSpunRun]

I hope you love it! 😊😊

[@evelynleon3596]

Love this tutorial. I will be making one for my family as well. Thanks, great teacher.

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you so much! I hope your family loves it 🥰

[@tweetybeetweetybea9652]

SSR, You are the best Girlfriend❕🤍💜💝🤍- I also tried your soft ginger cookies and they came out wonderful- I 💖 the ingredients that you use. It is unique and all comes together perfectly. Thanx for all you do. 🍪🎂🍭🎂🍪☕🥜🍽🥛

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you! I'm so happy you liked everything 🙂

[@jilleenmcn]

Would this cake work under fondant and tiered? My daughter wants a chocolate peanut butter cake for her birthday and also wants fondant lol. Either way it really looks delicious!

[@SugarSpunRun]

That should work just fine. :)

[@henrythecat3094]

It looks delicious 😋

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you 😋

[@maeveobyrne3615]

This cake looks absolutely amazing 😍

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thanks so much! ❤️

[@jamifitz]

I also love that a lot of your recipes have butter & oil, definetly the best of both worlds for sure!! I agree about separately cracking the eggs, Im guessing you know after each egg its better to pour it in then crack the next b/c if not and you do get a bad egg it it would cause you to start over if it gets to the first one. Maybe you just quickly did it here for the video tho... Just intending to be helpful 😊 I make a lot of macarons and have to separate a lot of eggs so I know all too well how important dumping them in one by one is .. Even though it can become a bit annoying, especially when making macs!! Lbs

[@SugarSpunRun]

Yes! I typically do this for that exact reason 😊

[@everlinebakerlogan1567]

Hi Sam I want to make this cake, can I leave it out in a air tight container or do I need to keep it in the frigerator??

[@SugarSpunRun]

You can store it at room temperature in an airtight container for up to two days or in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 5 days 😀

[@WendyT1103]

Gurl!!! This CAKE!! It looks Amazing!! I have a Question.. Could I use Dutch Cocoa Powder with this cake? And is there a difference between Dark Chocolate and Black Cocoa Powder? Thanks! 💜💜

[@SugarSpunRun]

Yes you can! Without going into the science behind it, black cocoa is more mellow and less bitter than dark cocoa powder. It provides a very dark color (like an Oreo cookie) but can be drying for cakes. I'd stick with dark cocoa powder for this one if you can, but if not, Dutch processed is good too!

[@Cluelesscleaning]

I noticed that your recipe online for the frosting says 1 cup peanut butter but you said in the video you are doubling the recipe? So do we just not double the peanut butter than?

[@SugarSpunRun]

The written recipe in the description is correct. I mis-spoke in the video. You will wan to use 2 cups. I'm sorry for the confusion. :(

[@gabriellacheyenne]

Would the frosting be able to be dyed? My son would love the flavor but he's having a football party and we need green icing for the look of a field!

[@SugarSpunRun]

Due to the brown from the peanut butter it may prove difficult to get a nice green color unless you use A LOT of food dye.

[@wendyfarnell9191]

I LOVE THISSSSS...is a good combination!

[@SugarSpunRun]

Right?! Soooo good.

[@happycommuter3523]

Can you substitute almond butter in this recipe? Some people don’t like peanut butter. Thanks!

[@SugarSpunRun]

I'm not sure how that would turn out 😞

[@jackiescarborough1001]

I did your double batch of frosting for 3-9" layers of cake and didn't have enough to do the ring on top. But I'm betting the family will like it

[@totomidosimsim]

Hi Sam, I made this cake and it was delicious thank you! But I encountered two problems. Firstly, there were a lot of crumbs, and secondly when I put it in the fridge on the second day I wanted to decorate it but it broke into pieces. To be honest I did add baking powder to the recipe, do you think that was the problem? If not then what is?

[@SugarSpunRun]

O no! It probably was the result of the baking powder being added here. :( You don't need it in this cake.

[@sweetremission2658]

Looks so good!!!

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you 😋

[@timaelle5687]

Congrats Sam on 100k 🎊 i have a ganache related question, can i add orange juice to my chocolate ganache to make it taste like orange and should i omit the heavy cream if i did that or i should only add the juice after the ganache is set?

[@SugarSpunRun]

I would be worried about the orange juice making it curdle. I think a better bet here would be an orange extract. :)

[@timaelle5687]

@@SugarSpunRun thank you so much !

[@keishawray5187]

If i decide to use coffee instead of water, what brand coffee would i use? And do i have to make sure the coffee is hot? Also what brand of chocolate you use for the ganache?

[@SugarSpunRun]

I actually use a generic brand instant coffee, so any brand will work. You do want it to be hot to make sure it "blooms" the cocoa in the cake. I like to use Ghiradelli bars or chips for my ganache :)

[@keishawray5187]

Thank you so much, I'm going to make this cake this weekend..wish me luck

[@Sara-cv3jt]

Would this cake recipe work with chocolate frosting instead of peanut butter?

[@SugarSpunRun]

It wouldn’t be a peanut butter cake any longer but yes that will work. 😊

[@richelroldan7438]

Do I need to sift the flour

[@SugarSpunRun]

Nope. :)

[@mosweetseats1404]

Can you substitute the AP flour with Cake flour?

[@SugarSpunRun]

Sure 😊

[@mosweetseats1404]

@@SugarSpunRun thank you dear 💕

[@sheila1435]

The video that got me to subscribe! 🍰🍰🍰

[@SugarSpunRun]

It's a good one! Thanks for watching ❤

[@phishtacosfishingandstuff2677]

It looks like you had some extra cake mix. Am i wrong? I'm asking because I thought I might make some cup cakes with the remaining ingredients (cake mix, frosting and Ganache). How deep do you fill the cake pans?

[@SugarSpunRun]

I did use all of the batter. Sometimes those final bits just cut for the sake of speed of the video. I just really split the batter evenly between the 3 pans. If you want it perfectly even you can weigh the batter as you divide it. :)

[@afnanmohd7971]

Is it possible to make a cream cheese peanut butter frosting? Do you feel that it is a good combination?

[@SugarSpunRun]

I suppose you could, but at the same time the peanut butter and cream cheese flavors will be competing against each other.

[@titankk916]

Made this yesterday and it was so delicious! The only problem was that It was kind of dense. I used whole milk instead of buttermilk. Still tasted great but could that have been the cause?

[@SugarSpunRun]

The milk substitute won't make it dense. It could dry it out a little bit. The denseness may have come from over-mixing or possibly over-baking. :(

[@renatajoseph6399]

Hi Sam the leftover ganache in squeeze bottle can be refrigerated in the bottle itself? How do i reheat it in the squeeze bottle to use it again few days later? Can this be done in microwave?? Plz help

[@SugarSpunRun]

It is going to need to be reheated and it's not quite as simple as just popping it in the microwave. I'd have to play with it a little bit to say for sure how to reheat it. :(

[@kimkim411]

Wow!i want to try this!new subscribers here!can i ask if i can make the sponge cake early & put it in the chiller.then decorate it the day before the celebrations?thanks.much ❤️from japan

[@SugarSpunRun]

Welcome to the channel! The cake layers can be made a day in advance by wrapping them in plastic wrap (after they've cooled) and stored at room temperature. If you need to store them longer than that, I recommend freezing them. 🙂

[@kimkim411]

@@SugarSpunRun thank u sooo much!it was a big help for me!

[@Pomegranate899]

How do i substitute all purpose flour with self raising flour please.

[@SugarSpunRun]

I’m not sure that will work here

[@barbaramurphy6680]

Yummy

[@rusty-ole-boomstick1268]

Scrum delicious

[@vicvienella]

I tried the recipe twice. It really tastes good. I only have one problem. Why is it that the center part sinks down. Toothpick is clean. What am I doing wrong?

[@SugarSpunRun]

Hmmm that’s very interesting. Normally I’d say the cake just needs to bake a little longer but if the toothpick is coming out clean that’s not the case. Are you making any changes to the recipe? Are you potentially over mixing it? Is your butter too warm when adding sugars to it?

[@lovinginvention]

Could I add cocoa powder to the frosting so the whole cake is chocolate coloured?

[@SugarSpunRun]

You could try adding a little bit. I would probably reduce the powdered sugar in it though. Good luck! :)

[@pammurph]

what kind of mixer is that?? please and ty

[@SugarSpunRun]

That is my kitchenaid stand mixer. :)

[@djjimmyray2007]

can you freeze the cake before decorating and it still be moist?

[@SugarSpunRun]

Yes! Just make sure to wrap it really well.

[@panwadeekunakool6922]

Just want to check, in the video you mention 8 inch pans, but the written recipe is 9 inches. Which size is this recipe for? Thanks!

[@SugarSpunRun]

You can use either! If you click the link to the written recipe, you'll find instructions for both in the recipe notes 😊

[@panwadeekunakool6922]

@@SugarSpunRun Thank you 💕

[@reneeskitchen7234]

Hey looks good

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thanks! 😊

[@sophieg8522]

The recipe notes show 2 cups peanut butter but in the video you say one. Which is it? Thank you.

[@SugarSpunRun]

It's always best to follow the written recipe if there's a discrepancy. I do try to catch and fix them, but sometimes things fall through. :)

[@Raven-gABN]

Seems like a lot of powdered sugar for the frosting... When I make peanut butter frosting (and cream cheese frosting) i use equal parts butter and peanut butter and 1 cup powdered sugar per stick of butter. Then vanilla and salt. Whip enough air into the frosting and it's incredibly light and spreadable, I don't need to add milk.

[@SugarSpunRun]

The recipe makes a lot of frosting to cover a three layer cake, so we need a lot of pretty much every ingredient. And while I'm glad you have a version that works well for you, I do recommend giving this one a try before you knock it! 😊

[@Raven-gABN]

@@SugarSpunRun Please don’t misunderstand me, I didn’t mean to sound like I was saying you have a bad recipe. I thoroughly enjoy watching your videos and getting ideas and techniques for my kitchen. Keep up the great work!

[@shortaybrown]

Delicious!🐱🐱🐱

[@ushagnanananda3115]

Hi sam... Can i use sour cream instead of buttermilk

[@SugarSpunRun]

Hi! I would recommend my buttermilk substitute if you don’t have buttermilk on hand. 🙂

[@ushagnanananda3115]

Thank you so much for replying 😍

[@jackieperkins691]

YUM!!!

[@jenniferzamora1362]

I'm doing it right now 😌 for my son's 12 birthday his request. He wants homemade cake

[@SugarSpunRun]

Happy birthday! I hope he loves it! Homemade is always best. :)

[@WendyT1103]

Hey babes… Can you do ur Chocolate cake with a Caramel frosting with a Caramel drizzle inside too? I’ve been wanting to make on for Forever now. 💟💟

[@SugarSpunRun]

I actually do have a caramel frosting on my caramel cake that you could put on a chocolate cake. :)

[@linams3059]

Oh yum

[@yeverino1970]

My two favorite combos, I can’t wait to make this cake today. Cuz I have to try it ASAP lol. Thank you for sharing, and here I was thinking what should I bake today. 👍🏼👍🏼🤤🤤❤️

[@SugarSpunRun]

You are so welcome! Have fun!

[@jenjen5580]

You said in your video 1 cup of peanut butter, but your recipe says 2 cups, which do you recommend?

[@SugarSpunRun]

Sorry for any confusion!! The written recipe is correct. 😊

[@jenjen5580]

@@SugarSpunRun oh no problem! I've used your recipe before but couldn't remember which one I followed the last time,lol! It is delicious! Thank you😊

[@kevinlinh2953]

Can I halve the recipe for 3 6 inch cake pans?

[@SugarSpunRun]

You'll have a little extra batter leftover, but yes!

[@chantalhenderson6994]

I am going to make this cake for my dogs' 12th Birthday, today - for human consumption only - they have doggy cookies for today.

[@SugarSpunRun]

Happy 12th birthday 🎉 pup! :)

[@kiaradelarosa6968]

Hey Sam am i missing something? I am on your website trying to find the measurements foe 2 cake pans instead of 3.

[@SugarSpunRun]

Check the notes below the recipe. You won’t change ingredients just baking times. 😊

[@francineburkhardt9685]

I make peanut butter and chocolate whip cream

[@SugarSpunRun]

Yum 😊

[@lordronn472]

Thank you but…don’t you think the frosting will be way too sweet, I mean it was too much of powdered sugar there

[@SugarSpunRun]

I don’t think it’s too sweet. 😊

[@lordronn472]

@@SugarSpunRun ok

[@analog_wav]

It's childish Gambino's fault Amazing recipe thank you 🖤

[@janicekelland8089]

🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤 That's all I have to say!

[@SugarSpunRun]

Enjoy! :)

[@captainkaizo1082]

Fruitilicious from Secret Recipe pls 😔😔

[@stardroplet9499]

😋

[@lyncosentino3043]

The video calls for ONE cup of peanut butter. The printed recipe called for TWO cups of peanut butter!

[@SugarSpunRun]

It should be 2 cups

[@mom2shb]

사랑헤❤

[@chezeetoh]

where is my kool aid

[@GrammaPatriot]

In the directions below it says TWO cups peanut butter but in video you say ONE cup. Im assuming its two for a double batch? 😳😂

[@SugarSpunRun]

My apologies! The one cup is for the single batch. I did make a double batch here so that was just an error in the video. :(

[@GrammaPatriot]

@@SugarSpunRun no problem…I love all your videos! You explain things so well. I tried this today but made cupcakes instead and they were delicious. Thank you so much. ❤️

[@phishtacosfishingandstuff2677]

I usually wipe the knife...with my tongue...

[@SugarSpunRun]

🤣

[@sweetremission2658]

Yes twice I've cracked an egg and it was bloody yuck!

[@SugarSpunRun]

Definitely not fun when that happens 🙁

[@sweetremission2658]

@@SugarSpunRun exactly!!