Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake (Recipe Video)

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MamaSue

1 and ¾ cups ( 219g) all-purpose flour ( spoon & leveled)

¾ cup ( 62g) unsweetened natural cocoa powder* (see note)

1 and ¾ cups ( 350g) granulated sugar

2 teaspoons baking soda

1 teaspoon baking powder

1 teaspoon salt

2 teaspoons espresso powder (optional)*

½ cup (120ml) canola or vegetable oil

2 large eggs, at room temperature

¾ cup ( 180g) full-fat sour cream, at room temperature

½ cup (120ml) buttermilk, at room temperature*

2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

½ cup (120ml) hot water or black coffee*

1 cup ( 170g) mini semi-sweet chocolate chips (tossed in 1 Tablespoon flour)

subheading: Peanut Butter Frosting:

¾ cup ( 170g, or 1 ½ sticks) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature

1 and ¾ cup ( 440g) creamy peanut butter*

1 and ¾ cup ( 210g) confectioners’ sugar

1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

pinch of salt

3 Tablespoons (45ml) heavy cream or heavy whipping cream, at room temperature

subheading: Chocolate Ganache:

8 ounces ( 226g) quality semi-sweet chocolate, finely chopped*

1 cup (240ml) heavy cream or heavy whipping cream

optional garnish: chopped or mini peanut butter cups

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