Peanut butter and chocolate cake i –Today, I’m excited to share a delightful recipe for a Peanut Butter Chocolate Layer Cake. This indulgent dessert combines rich chocolate cake layers with creamy peanut butter frosting, making it a perfect treat for any occasion. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday or just want to satisfy your sweet tooth, this cake is sure to impress!
Peanut Butter Chocolate Layer Cake
Here’s a glimpse of what this delicious cake looks like:
Ingredients
Before we dive into the instructions, let’s gather the ingredients you’ll need:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
- Chocolate ganache (optional, for topping)
Instructions
Now, let’s get started on making this amazing cake!
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well.
- Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed until well combined.
- Stir in boiling water; the batter will be thin. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove them from the pans and transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For the frosting, beat together the peanut butter, butter, and vanilla extract until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until smooth and fluffy.
- Once the cakes are cooled, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous amount of peanut butter frosting on top. Add the second cake layer and frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining frosting.
- If desired, drizzle chocolate ganache over the top for an extra touch of decadence.
- Slice, serve, and enjoy this heavenly Peanut Butter Chocolate Layer Cake with your friends and family!
This dessert is truly a chocolate and peanut butter lover’s dream. I hope you enjoy making and indulging in this scrumptious cake!