PEANUT BUTTER LAYER CAKE

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My husband loves peanut butter, so this cake is his favorite. Sometimes I switch frosting recipes and use a chocolate frosting garnished with peanuts. -Carolyn Hylton, Covington, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 12-14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup butter, softened
1-1/4 cups sugar
1/2 cup peanut butter chips, melted
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups milk
PEANUT BUTTER FROSTING:
1 cup peanut butter chips, melted
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon salt
3 cups confectioners' sugar
2 to 3 tablespoons milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in melted peanut butter chips. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition., Pour into two greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. Bake 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., For frosting, in a small bowl, beat melted chips, cream cheese, vanilla and salt until light and fluffy. Add confectioners' sugar alternately with enough milk to achieve spreading consistency. Spread frosting between layers and over top and sides of cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 467 calories, Fat 19g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 350mg sodium, Carbohydrate 67g carbohydrate (48g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

tariq G
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The cake was too bland. I would recommend adding more flavor to the batter.


khadak Singh Ayer
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The cake was too crumbly. I would recommend using a different cake recipe.


Skedaddle
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The cake was too dense for my taste. I would recommend using a different cake recipe.


Stacey A.
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The cake was a bit dry, but the frosting was delicious. I would recommend using a different cake recipe.


Ahanan Alif
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This cake is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still very good. I would recommend reducing the amount of sugar in the frosting.


Aminah Davidsjames
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I'm not a baker, but I was able to make this cake without any problems. The instructions are clear and easy to follow. The cake turned out great!


Petrus Letaba
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I made this cake for a bake sale and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The cake was moist and flavorful, and the frosting was rich and creamy.


Jeffrey Hooper
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This cake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. The end result is a beautiful and delicious cake that's perfect for any occasion.


Shrutika Neupane
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I made this cake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best peanut butter cake he's ever had. The cake was moist and fluffy, and the frosting was rich and creamy.


Louis A “Snipe” Parraz
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I love the combination of peanut butter and chocolate in this cake. The two flavors go together perfectly. The cake is also very moist and fluffy.


Saqi Brother
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This cake is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I've made it for birthdays, potlucks, and just because. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Sizwe Ngcobo
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I'm not a huge peanut butter fan, but I loved this cake! The peanut butter flavor was subtle and not overpowering. The cake was also very moist and flavorful.


olivia alvarado
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This peanut butter layer cake was a hit at my party! The layers were moist and fluffy, and the peanut butter frosting was rich and creamy. I would definitely make this cake again.