Peanut Butter Cake
Indulge your sweet tooth with this irresistibly moist and decadent Peanut Butter Cake, perfect for any occasion from birthdays to casual gatherings. Made with creamy peanut butter, a duo of granulated and brown sugars, and a hint of vanilla, this cake delivers a rich, nutty flavor in every bite. Balanced with a tender crumb thanks to whole milk and a blend of simple pantry staples, it’s as easy to make as it is delicious. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a bake time of 35 minutes, you’ll have a crowd-pleasing dessert ready to impress. Enjoy it plain, or pair it with frosting for an indulgent finish. Whether you’re a peanut butter lover or just looking for a unique cake recipe, this treat will surely become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to cream the softened butter and peanut butter together until smooth and fluffy (about 2 minutes).
Gradually add the granulated sugar and brown sugar to the peanut butter mixture, beating until the mixture is light and well combined.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
On low speed, alternately add the dry ingredients in three additions and the milk in two additions, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined; do not overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it into an even layer.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frost and decorate the cake as desired, or serve it as is for a rich and flavorful treat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
468 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.4 g | 30% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.1 g | 45% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 65 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 374 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.8 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.8 g | ||
| Protein | 10.7 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 60 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 232 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
