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Decadent Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake


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  • Author: Samuel Cullingham
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: About 12 servings 1x

Description

Indulge in the rich flavors of our Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake, featuring luscious layers of moist chocolate cake paired with creamy peanut butter frosting. This delightful dessert is perfect for celebrations or just a sweet treat any day of the week. With its easy preparation and impressive presentation, this cake will become a favorite among family and friends. Get ready to impress with every slice!


Ingredients

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  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round 9-inch cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar until well combined.
  3. In another bowl, mix eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Gradually combine the wet ingredients into the dry mixture using a spatula. Avoid overmixing for a light texture.
  5. Gently fold in the creamy peanut butter until swirls appear in the batter.
  6. Divide the batter evenly between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
  • Calories: 340
  • Sugar: 27g
  • Sodium: 210mg
  • Fat: 17g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 43g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg