Description
Indulge in the nostalgia of homemade peanut butter cake, a delightful treat that perfectly balances sweetness and nuttiness. This moist, rich cake is an ideal centerpiece for any gathering, promising smiles and satisfaction with every slice. Serve it plain or dress it up with your favorite frosting for an unforgettable dessert experience.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Mix in the peanut butter until well combined.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder; gradually add to the wet mixture, alternating with milk until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool in pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (72g)
- Calories: 293
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 167mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 55mg