Decadent Peanut Butter Cake That's Impossible to Resist
Experience the irresistible magic of Peanut Butter Cake with rich flavors and moist texture, perfect for any occasion.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- - Cake pans
- Whisk
- - Mixer
- Measuring cups
- Spatula
Ingredients
Cake Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose Flour can substitute with gluten-free flour blend
- 1 tbsp Baking Powder ensure it's fresh for maximum rise
- 1 tsp Kosher Salt reduce amount if using table salt
- 1.5 sticks Butter, softened opt for unsalted
- 1 cup Brown Sugar light brown sugar can be swapped for dark
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar substitute with coconut sugar for a healthier option
- 1 cup Peanut Butter choose creamy or crunchy
- 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can serve as a dairy-free substitute
- 2 tbsp Vanilla Extract pure extract works best
- 3 large Eggs ensure at room temperature
- 1 cup Milk non-dairy options available
Frosting Ingredients
- 8 oz Cream Cheese, softened vegan cream cheese is a dairy-free option
- 2 cups Powdered Sugar sifting helps avoid lumps
- 1 cup Heavy Cream half-and-half offers a lighter alternative
Topping Ingredients
- 1 cup Chopped Reese's or Mini Chocolate Chips customize with other chocolates or candies as desired
Instructions
Baking Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour your cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and kosher salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy—about 3-5 minutes.
- Add the creamy peanut butter, sour cream, vanilla extract, eggs, and milk to the butter mixture. Beat until smooth.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, being careful not to overmix.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
- In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese and butter until creamy, then gradually add powdered sugar and heavy cream, mixing until fluffy.
- Frost the cooled cakes generously between layers and on top. Drizzle melted peanut butter and sprinkle with chopped Reese's or mini chocolate chips.
Notes
For added richness, top with crushed nuts for a delightful crunch. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better blending.