Peanut Butter with Chocolate Ganache

Peanut Butter with Chocolate Ganache 

Here's a high-level summary for making a decadent Peanut Butter with Chocolate Ganache Cake, combining the rich flavors of peanut butter and chocolate:

Ingredients 

For the Cake:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water

For the Peanut Butter Frosting:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup creamy peanut butter
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Chocolate Ganache:

• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup heavy cream

Instructions 

Prepare the Cake:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Add the milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed until well combined.
Gradually add the boiling water to the batter, mixing until smooth. The batter will be thin.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Prepare the Peanut Butter Frosting:
In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and peanut butter until creamy.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until smooth.
Mix in the heavy cream and vanilla extract until the frosting is light and fluffy.
Prepare the Chocolate Ganache:
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and heavy cream.
Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth. Allow the ganache to cool slightly.
Assemble the Cake:
Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of peanut butter frosting over the top.
Place the second cake layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining peanut butter frosting.
Pour the slightly cooled ganache over the top of the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides.
Serve:
Let the ganache set before slicing and serving.
Enjoy your Peanut Butter with Chocolate Ganache Cake!