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Old Fashioned Peanut Butter

Old Fashioned Peanut Butter Cake: 1 Amazing Recipe

  • Author: basmer1517
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Old-Fashioned Peanut Butter Cake recipe offers a nostalgic dessert experience. It features a moist, tender cake deeply infused with creamy peanut butter and topped with a rich peanut butter frosting or glaze. It’s a simple, classic cake perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/4 cups buttermilk
  • For the frosting/glaze:
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup milk or cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional toppings: roasted peanuts, crushed peanut butter cookies

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, creamy peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract.
  5. Alternately add the dry ingredients and the buttermilk to the creamed mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. While the cake is baking or cooling, prepare the frosting/glaze. In a bowl, cream together the softened butter and creamy peanut butter.
  9. Gradually add the powdered sugar, alternating with the milk or cream, until the mixture is smooth and reaches your desired consistency (spreadable or pourable). Mix in the vanilla extract.
  10. Once the cake has cooled slightly, spread or pour the frosting/glaze over the top.
  11. Add any optional toppings if desired.
  12. Slice and serve.

Notes

  • For best texture and consistency, use creamy peanut butter that does not separate. Natural peanut butter may not bake as well.
  • For a richer finish, consider the glaze method: heat butter, peanut butter, and milk until simmering, then whisk in powdered sugar and vanilla. Pour over a warm cake.
  • If making a layered cake, bake in two 8-inch round pans and frost between layers.
  • Store at room temperature for one day, or refrigerify covered for longer freshness.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: Approximately 450 kcal
  • Sugar: Approximately 40g
  • Sodium: Approximately 250mg
  • Fat: Approximately 25g
  • Saturated Fat: Approximately 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: Approximately 50g
  • Fiber: Approximately 2g
  • Protein: Approximately 7g
  • Cholesterol: Approximately 70mg

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