Description
Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with this Decadent Peanut Butter Layer Cake, perfect for peanut butter lovers. This rich, moist cake features fluffy layers enveloped in creamy peanut butter frosting, making it an irresistible centerpiece for any occasion. Whether you’re celebrating a special event or simply treating yourself on a cozy evening, this cake promises to delight your taste buds and elevate your dessert game.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup whole milk (room temperature)
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup peeled and chopped peanuts
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup creamy or crunchy peanut butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 9-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat eggs in one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with the wet mixture while alternating with whole milk until just combined.
- Divide the batter between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Once cooled, assemble by spreading peanut butter frosting between layers and covering the top and sides of the cake generously.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 304mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 57mg