Description
Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with this Rich Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake. Layers of moist chocolate cake are perfectly complemented by a creamy peanut butter frosting, creating a tantalizing flavor combination that everyone will adore. Ideal for birthdays, special gatherings, or an indulgent self-care treat, this cake is not just a dessert; it’s a delightful celebration of taste and texture that will leave you craving more.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two round cake pans and line with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and sugar.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter until fluffy. Gradually add granulated sugar and mix until light in color.
- Beat in eggs one at a time and stir in vanilla extract.
- Alternately mix dry ingredients and milk into the butter mixture until just combined.
- Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (135g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 65mg