Peanut Butter Cake
Peanut butter cake is a delightful treat that combines nostalgia with indulgence. This moist cake, layered with creamy peanut butter frosting, is sure to brighten any occasion or satisfy your sweet cravings. Perfect for family gatherings or a cozy night in, this easy recipe will have you whipping up smiles in no time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup milk (whole)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder.
- In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Mix in eggs one at a time, followed by peanut butter.
- Gradually add dry ingredients alternately with milk; mix until just combined.
- Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Cool for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- For frosting, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth, then mix in peanut butter and vanilla.
- Frost cooled cakes generously and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 60mg