Description

Indulge in The Best Peanut Butter Cake, a delightful dessert that peanut butter lovers will adore. This moist cake features a rich peanut butter flavor and is topped with a creamy frosting that strikes the perfect balance between sweetness and decadence. Ideal for birthdays, family gatherings, or simply as a sweet treat at home, this cake is easy to make and offers endless customization options. Whether you serve it with vanilla ice cream, drizzled with chocolate sauce, or alongside fresh berries, this cake promises to elevate any occasion. Whip up this irresistible dessert and enjoy the comforting flavors of peanut butter in every bite.

Ingredients

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2 cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
¾ cup vegetable oil
1 ½ cups light brown sugar
¾ cup smooth peanut butter
3 large eggs
1 cup milk
¾ cup unsalted butter
2 ounces cream cheese
3 ½ – 4 ½ cups powdered sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1–2 tablespoons heavy cream (if needed)

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
In one bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In another bowl, beat together oil, brown sugar, and peanut butter until smooth. Add eggs and milk; mix well.
Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just blended.
Divide batter into prepared pans and bake for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool.
For the frosting, beat together softened butter, cream cheese, peanut butter, and powdered sugar until creamy.
Once cakes are cooled completely, frost between layers and on top.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 350
Sugar: 28g
Sodium: 230mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 13g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 55mg