Description
This Peanut Butter Cake is a delicious and decadent dessert that’s perfect for peanut butter lovers. With a moist and fluffy cake base and a creamy peanut butter frosting, it’s a simple yet satisfying treat.
Ingredients
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Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
Frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with butter and dust with flour to prevent sticking.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and baking soda.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Add milk, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat on low speed until well combined.
- Heat Peanut Butter Mixture: In a saucepan, combine water, butter, and peanut butter. Heat over medium heat, stirring frequently, until melted and smooth.
- Combine and Bake: Pour the warm peanut butter mixture into the batter and mix until well combined. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool completely.
- Make Frosting: In a separate bowl, cream together softened butter and peanut butter until light and fluffy. Gradually add powdered sugar, alternating with milk, until you reach a smooth and spreadable consistency.
- Frost and Serve: Frost the cooled cake with the peanut butter frosting and serve.
Notes
- Peanut Butter: Use creamy peanut butter for the best results.
- Make Ahead: The cake can be baked a day in advance and stored, covered, at room temperature.
- Storage: Store leftover cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Variations:
- Add chocolate chips to the batter for a peanut butter chocolate chip cake.
- Drizzle melted chocolate over the frosting for a decorative touch.
- Use crunchy peanut butter in the frosting for added texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 550kcal
- Sugar: 50g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
