Description
Indulge in the rich, decadent flavors of this Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake. With a moist chocolate base and a creamy peanut butter frosting, each bite is a delightful experience that evokes joy and nostalgia. Perfect for any occasion, this cake not only looks stunning but also tastes heavenly. Whether it’s a birthday celebration or just a weekday treat, this recipe will satisfy your sweet cravings and impress your guests.
Ingredients
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- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 1 cup creamy or crunchy peanut butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two round cake pans.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat sugar and eggs until light and fluffy. Mix in buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients while stirring gently until fully combined.
- Pour batter evenly into prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool completely before removing from pans. For frosting, beat powdered sugar with peanut butter until creamy. Frost between layers and on top of cooled cakes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 119g)
- Calories: 445
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 60mg