Description
Peanut Butter Chocolate Cake is a delightful dessert that combines the richness of chocolate with the creamy goodness of peanut butter. This easy-to-make cake is layered and luscious, perfect for birthdays or any celebration. Each bite offers a heavenly mix of flavors that will leave you craving more. Whether you’re an experienced baker or just starting out, this recipe guarantees success and joy in every slice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar until combined.
- In another bowl, beat eggs; add milk and vanilla extract followed by peanut butter, mixing until smooth.
- Gradually combine wet ingredients with dry ingredients while stirring gently to maintain fluffiness.
- Fold in chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow to cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg