Loaded Peanut Butter Layer Cake
Indulge in the rich, creamy delight of our Loaded Peanut Butter Layer Cake—a dessert that celebrates the irresistible flavor of peanut butter in every bite. Perfect for any occasion, this cake features moist layers paired with a decadent peanut butter frosting that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Whether it’s a birthday, holiday gathering, or a cozy night in, this easy-to-make cake is sure to impress both kids and adults alike. Plus, it’s simple enough for even beginner bakers to whip up!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 23 minutes
- Total Time: 43 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup (112g) unsalted butter, room temperature
- 3/4 cups (155g) sugar
- 3/4 cup (108g) brown sugar, loosely packed
- 3/4 cup (210g) peanut butter
- 1/2 cup (115g) sour cream
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 2 1/2 cups (325g) all-purpose flour
- 2 3/4 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup (120ml) milk
- 1/4 cup (60ml) water
- 2 cups (448g) salted butter, room temperature for frosting
- 1 1/4 cups (350g) peanut butter for frosting
- 9 cups (1035g) powdered sugar for frosting
- 6–7 tbsp (90-105ml) water or milk for frosting
- 10 oz peanut butter chips for decoration
- 6 oz peanut butter chips for decoration
- 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy whipping cream for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Cream together room temperature butter, sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Mix in peanut butter, sour cream, and vanilla extract until well combined. Beat in eggs one at a time.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture alternating with milk and water.
- Divide batter into greased round cake pans and bake for about 23 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool cakes before frosting them with a creamy peanut butter frosting made from salted butter and powdered sugar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 482
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
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