Peanut Butter Cake
This moist and flavorful peanut butter cake is topped with creamy frosting, perfect for any gathering or sweet craving.
Equipment
- 9x13 Baking Dish
- Large mixing bowl
- Medium Saucepan
Ingredients
- 2 cups flour
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup butter
- 3/4 cup peanut butter
- 1/2 cup softened butter for frosting
- 1 cup peanut butter for frosting
- 3 tablespoons milk for frosting
- 2 cups powdered sugar for frosting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 baking dish with butter and dust lightly with flour.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and baking soda. Add milk, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- In a medium saucepan, combine water, butter, and peanut butter over medium heat. Stir until melted and smooth, about 5 minutes.
- Pour the warm peanut butter mixture into the flour batter and stir until combined. Pour into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes. Check doneness with a toothpick; it should come out clean. Let the cake cool completely.
- For the frosting, cream softened butter and peanut butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing well. If too thick, add a splash of milk.
- Once the cake is cooled, spread the frosting evenly over the top.
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Notes
Store leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate if necessary.