Peanut Butter Marble Cake
Indulge in the rich, swirled perfection of Peanut Butter Marble Cake—a decadent dessert that combines the nutty allure of creamy peanut butter with the velvety depth of chocolate. Each bite unveils a feast for the senses, with a light and tender crumb layered in intricate marbled patterns that are as stunning as they are delicious. Made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and butter, this cake is elevated by the irresistible swirl of peanut butter, softened for easy swirling into the batter. Perfect for any occasion, it bakes to golden perfection in just 45 minutes and serves as a showstopping centerpiece for dessert tables. Whether served plain or with a sprinkle of powdered sugar, this Peanut Butter Marble Cake is a must-try for lovers of rich, flavorful bakes and visual artistry in the kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 cups Unsalted butter, softened
- 1.25 cups Granulated sugar
- 3 large Eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.75 cups Whole milk
- 0.5 cups Creamy peanut butter
- 3 tablespoons Cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons Boiling water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan. Line the bottom with parchment paper for easier removal.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time to the butter mixture, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
Reduce the mixer speed to low and alternately add the flour mixture and milk to the wet ingredients in three additions, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix just until combined.
Transfer about one-third of the cake batter to a separate bowl. To this smaller portion, whisk in the cocoa powder and boiling water until smooth.
In another small bowl, microwave the peanut butter for 20-30 seconds to slightly soften it for easier swirling.
Pour half of the vanilla batter into the prepared cake pan and spread evenly. Drizzle half of the peanut butter over the batter, followed by dollops of half the chocolate batter. Use a knife or skewer to swirl the peanut butter and chocolate into the vanilla batter, creating a marbled effect. Repeat with the remaining batters to create a second layer of swirling.
Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve the Peanut Butter Marble Cake on its own or with a dusting of powdered sugar. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3772 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 179.8 g | 231% | |
| Saturated Fat | 81.5 g | 408% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 838 mg | 279% | |
| Sodium | 2679 mg | 116% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 481.6 g | 175% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.5 g | 70% | |
| Total Sugars | 272.4 g | ||
| Protein | 83.2 g | 166% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.1 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 461 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 18.2 mg | 101% | |
| Potassium | 1750 mg | 37% | |
*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.
