Description

Peanut Butter Chocolate Layer Cake is a divine dessert that beautifully combines rich chocolate with creamy peanut butter. This indulgent cake features moist layers enveloped in fluffy peanut butter frosting, making it perfect for celebrations or a sweet treat at home. Easy to bake yet visually impressive, it’s sure to delight family and friends, turning any occasion into a memorable moment of sweetness.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tsp baking powder
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
4 large eggs, room temperature
1 cup whole milk
1 cup creamy peanut butter
4 cups powdered sugar

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar.
In another bowl, cream the butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Gradually stir in the milk until combined. Fold in the dry ingredients gently until just mixed.
Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
For the frosting, beat together the peanut butter and softened butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and milk until achieving desired consistency.
Once cakes are cool, frost between layers and cover top and sides as desired.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
Calories: 420
Sugar: 35g
Sodium: 295mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 7g
Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: For added texture, consider folding in chopped peanuts or mini chocolate chips into the batter. Customize frosting flavors by adding vanilla extract or using different nut butters.