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    Peanut Butter Mousse Chocolate Cake

    Published: Feb 8, 2015 · Modified: Nov 17, 2019 by Anna 14 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Peanut Butter Mousse Chocolate Cake - rich and moist chocolate cake with creamy peanut butter mousse that melt's in your mouth! 

    Peanut Butter Mousse Chocolate Cake @crunchycreamysw

    This cake has been long time in the making. Last year, I shared a recipe for a chocolate mousse for two. This year, it's time for a peanut butter mousse. And it is fantastic! Especially paired with my favorite chocolate cake, because we all know that peanut butter and chocolate love to be paired together.

    This cake satisfies the PB & chocolate cravings with it's rich and decadent flavor and perfect texture. The cake layer is my favorite chocolate cake and the peanut butter mousse is like the best frosting ever!

    Peanut Butter Mousse Cake from crunchycreamysweet.com

    And isn't it gorgeous too? It would be perfect for a special celebration, like a birthday, anniversary or Valentine's Day. Or simply to share with others just because!

    Chocolate Cake with Peanut Butter Mousse

    Let me just say that this cake was gone in one day! I shared half of it with family and friends and the other half was devoured by us. Gone!

    Mousse (be it chocolate, peanut butter or fruit) is so easy to eat! It's so easy to make and the hardest part is to wait for it to set. Each and every bite is a pure bliss! This mousse melts in your mouth and is so delicious! I wanted the mousse to really shine in this dessert so I cut the cake recipe in half. It's just supposed to be the crust and the chocolate layer. It worked perfectly!

    Peanut Butter Mousse Chocolate Cake on cake stand.

    Peanut Butter Mousse Chocolate Cake

    Author: Anna
    Peanut Butter Mousse Chocolate Cake - rich and moist chocolate cake with creamy peanut butter mousse that melt's in your mouth! Recipe source: CrunchyCreamySweet.com
    5 from 11 votes
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    Prep Time 20 mins
    Cook Time 22 mins
    Total Time 3 hrs 42 mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Servings 8 to 10 servings
    Calories 464 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
    • ½ cup granulated sugar
    • ½ teaspoon baking soda
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • 5 Tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
    • ¼ cup vegetable oil
    • ½ cup water
    • ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
    • 1.5 teaspoon apple cider or red wine vinegar
    • ¾ cup creamy peanut butter
    • 1 cup powdered sugar
    • 2 Tablespoons milk
    • 1 cup heavy whipping cream whipped to a stiff peaks
    • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
    • chocolate sauce or melted chocolate
    • chopped peanuts

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
    • Grease and flour an 8" round springform pan.
    • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients (flour, sugar, baking soda, salt and cocoa powder).
    • Add oil, water, extract and vinegar to the dry ingredients and whisk until smooth.
    • Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Tap the pan against the countertop to release the air bubbles.
    • Bake the cake for 22 to 25 minutes or until the toothpick (or uncooked spaghetti noodle) inserted in few places comes out clean.
    • Let the cake cool in the pan set on a cutting board. Run a knife or an offset spatula around the cake. Do not open the springform pan. Cool cake completely before topping with mousse.
    • In a large mixing bowl, beat peanut butter until fluffy, about 1 minute.
    • Add sifted powdered sugar and vanilla.
    • Add milk and mix in well.
    • Add â…“ of the whipped cream and mix in with an electric mixer, just until incorporated.
    • Fold the rest of the whipped cream with a rubber spatula. Gently fold until no white streaks remain.
    • Spread the mousse over the cake layer. Smooth out with an offset spatula.
    • Place the cake in the fridge for at least 3 hours, (preferably overnight) so the mousse cane set.
    • Decorate the cake with melted chocolate and chopped nuts.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 464kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 339mg | Potassium: 244mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 29g | Vitamin A: 435IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 1.4mg
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    1. Hazel Zaini says

      September 20, 2019 at 11:00 am

      Hi,

      You said you cut the cake recipe in half. What if I wanted to make the full cake recipe, how long would it take in the oven? And would you use the same size pan?

      Reply
    2. Jerri Goffe says

      September 02, 2018 at 6:45 pm

      also you mention a crust - I don't see the ingredients or directions for the crust.

      Reply
    3. Jerri Goffe says

      September 02, 2018 at 6:42 pm

      When do you remove the rim of the springform pan? Do you ever take the cake off of the springform base or serve it on the pan?

      Reply
    4. Laura says

      February 13, 2015 at 1:45 am

      5 stars
      That peanut butter mousse looks divine, an incredible cake!

      Reply
    5. amanda says

      February 09, 2015 at 10:44 pm

      5 stars
      This is the prettiest cake I've ever seen! And you can't go wrong with chocolate and PB!

      Reply
    6. Ashley says

      February 09, 2015 at 10:17 pm

      5 stars
      This looks totally incredible! Love the peanut butter and chocolate combo!

      Reply
    7. Laura says

      February 09, 2015 at 9:07 pm

      5 stars
      My husband would swoon if I made this for him!

      Reply
    8. Kristen says

      February 09, 2015 at 7:34 pm

      5 stars
      This is the kind of cake that my kids would want as a birthday cake. What a spectacular creation!

      Reply
    9. Shelby says

      February 09, 2015 at 5:02 pm

      5 stars
      This looks great!

      Reply
    10. Sues says

      February 09, 2015 at 5:02 pm

      5 stars
      Oh yum. This cake is everything I want and need in life 🙂

      Reply
    11. pam says

      February 09, 2015 at 3:39 pm

      5 stars
      OH. MY. GOSH. I want that now!

      Reply
    12. Rachel says

      February 09, 2015 at 3:36 pm

      5 stars
      This cake looks amazing! My daughter's birthday is coming up and she has requested a chocolate cake. I'm pretty sure a peanut butter mousse would be a big hit!

      Reply
    13. marla says

      February 09, 2015 at 2:09 pm

      5 stars
      This cake needs me & I need it now!!

      Reply
    14. Stacy says

      February 08, 2015 at 10:59 am

      5 stars
      Loving your Peanut Butter Mousse Chocolate Cake, Anna! This is the perfect cake for peanut butter and chocolate lovers. Mmm! Thanks so much for sharing. Pinning! xo

      Reply

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