Warm Chocolate Peanut Butter Pudding Cake

Satisfy your sweet tooth with this scrumptious warm chocolate peanut butter pudding cake. It combines the rich flavors of chocolate and peanut butter in a moist, gooey cake that is sure to please both kids and adults alike. With a preparation time of just 30 minutes, this dessert is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply craving a comforting treat, this warm chocolate peanut butter pudding cake will quickly become a family favorite.

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/3 cup smooth peanut butter
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup light brown sugar
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 1/2 cups boiling water
• Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, for serving (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch square baking dish.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, unsweetened cocoa powder, and granulated sugar.
3. Add the milk, peanut butter, melted butter, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Stir until well combined.
4. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish.
5. In a separate small mixing bowl, combine the light brown sugar and unsweetened cocoa powder.
6. Sprinkle the brown sugar mixture evenly over the batter in the baking dish.
7. Carefully pour the boiling water over the top of the mixture. Do not stir.
8. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the top is set and the edges are slightly bubbly.
9. Remove the baking dish from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
10. Serve the warm chocolate peanut butter pudding cake with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, if desired.
11. Enjoy this decadent dessert!

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