Description
A delightful treat combining rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- ¼ cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes. Stir in boiling water (the batter will be thin).
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool in pans for 10 minutes, then remove to wire racks to cool completely.
- For the frosting, beat peanut butter and softened butter together until fluffy. Gradually add powdered sugar and heavy cream, beating until smooth.
- Once the cakes are cool, spread frosting between the layers and on top and sides of the cake.
- Slice and enjoy!
Notes
Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Use dark cocoa powder for a richer chocolate flavor, and consider crunchy peanut butter for added texture.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 35
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: chocolate cake, peanut butter cake, dessert