Get ready to bake the ultimate peanut butter cake. This recipe is incredibly moist, fluffy, and practically melts in your mouth. Let’s get baking!
Ingredients for this Peanut Butter Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour;
- 1 cup granulated sugar;
- 1 tablespoon baking powder;
- 1/2 teaspoon salt;
- 1 cup milk;
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted;
- 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter;
- 2 large eggs;
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
How to make this Peanut Butter Cake:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C);
- Grease and flour a medium-sized round cake pan;
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt;
- In a separate bowl, combine the milk, melted butter, peanut butter, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and well combined;
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined;
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula;
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean;
- Remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy!
Pro Tip:
Take your peanut butter cake to the next level by topping it with a decadent dark chocolate ganache (check out our easy ganache recipe here) for the perfect flavor contrast.
Did you know?
Peanut butter was popularized in the United States in the early 20th century as a protein-rich food for patients who had difficulty chewing solid foods. Originally sold in pharmacies as a nutritious, easy-to-consume food, it eventually evolved into the versatile pantry staple we love today—perfect for everything from decadent desserts to savory sauces.
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