Description

Rich Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake is a decadent dessert that combines luscious chocolate with creamy peanut butter for an unforgettable treat. Each slice is a delightful fusion of flavors, making it perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or a sweet escape any day of the week. Prepare to impress family and friends with this cake that not only looks stunning but also guarantees smiles with every bite.

Ingredients

Scale

1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
1 ½ tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
3 large eggs, room temperature
1 cup whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
½ cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
2 tsp vanilla extract
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup creamy peanut butter
4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
peeled roasted peanuts (for garnish)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round cake pans and line them with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well mixed.
Create a well in the center and add eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Let the cakes cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
While cooling, prepare the frosting by beating together cream cheese, peanut butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until fluffy.
Once cooled, frost one layer generously with frosting before adding the second layer on top. Frost the sides and top of the cake and garnish with peanuts.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
Calories: 360
Sugar: 32g
Sodium: 320mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 44g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: - For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with almond flour. - Add espresso powder or dark chocolate chips to enhance the chocolate flavor. - Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days; refrigerate for longer storage.