Peanut Butter Cake

A great cake begins with high-quality ingredients that work together to create a harmonious blend of flavors and textures. Each component of the Peanut Butter Paradise Cake has a vital role to play in achieving the perfect balance of sweetness, moisture, and richness. Let's break down the key ingredients that will elevate your cake to new heights.

Dive into the delicious world of Peanut Butter Paradise Cake, where creamy peanut butter meets rich chocolate in a moist, fluffy dessert that everyone will love. Perfect for birthdays, family gatherings, or a well-deserved treat, this decadent cake is also a visual delight, adorned with luscious frosting and chocolate chips. Follow our step-by-step guide to master this indulgent recipe, and impress your loved ones with a slice of pure bliss.

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Ingredients

1 cup creamy peanut butter

1 cup granulated sugar

1 cup packed brown sugar

4 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 tsp baking powder

1/2 tsp baking soda

1/2 tsp salt

1 cup whole milk

1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

1 cup chopped peanuts (optional)

1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (for topping)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan or two 9-inch round cake pans.

Mix Peanut Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Mix on medium speed until well combined and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.

Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, stir in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.

Sift Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the peanut butter mixture, alternating with the whole milk. Begin and end with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined, taking care not to over-mix.

Add Butter and Peanuts: Stir in the melted butter and, if using, the chopped peanuts, mixing gently.

Pour Batter: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan(s), smoothing the top with a spatula.

Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes (for round pans) or 25-30 minutes (for a rectangular pan) or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Cool the Cake: Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Prepare the Chocolate Topping: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth.

Frost the Cake: Once the cake has cooled, drizzle the melted chocolate over the top of the cake. Allow it to set for a few minutes before slicing.

Serve and Enjoy: Slice the cake, serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream, if desired. Enjoy your delicious Peanut Butter Paradise Cake!

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour | Servings: 12