Delight your taste buds with the irresistible combination of peanut butter bliss in our Peanut Butter Sheet Cake with Peanut Butter Frosting. This indulgent dessert is not only easy to make but promises a symphony of rich flavors that will satisfy your sweet cravings. Perfect for gatherings or a delightful family treat, this sheet cake showcases the nutty goodness of peanut butter in both the cake and the luscious frosting. Let’s dive into the simple steps to create this decadent masterpiece.
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Frosting:
- 2 sticks (1 cup) butter, softened
- 3/4 cup peanut butter
- 3 cups confectioners’ sugar
- 3 to 4 tablespoons milk
- 2 tablespoons instant vanilla pudding mix
Directions:
- Preheat and Prepare:
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 10x15x1 inch jellyroll pan. - Mix Dry Ingredients:
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt. - Prepare Cake Batter:
Combine 1 1/2 sticks butter and 1 cup water in a medium saucepan and bring to a simmer. Stir to ensure all the butter is melted. Whisk in 1/2 cup peanut butter and vegetable oil. Stir this mixture into the flour mixture. - Incorporate Wet Ingredients:
Whisk together eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla extract. Stir this into the flour mixture until well combined. - Bake:
Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 22 to 26 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean. Let it cool. - Prepare Frosting:
Use an electric mixer to beat butter and peanut butter together until smooth. Add half of the confectioners’ sugar and half of the milk, beat until smooth. Add the remaining confectioners’ sugar, milk, and the vanilla pudding mix, and beat until smooth. Adjust the consistency with a little more milk if necessary. - Frost the Cake:
Spread the luscious peanut butter frosting generously over the cooled cake.
Tips:
- For an extra nutty flavor, use crunchy peanut butter in the frosting.
- Store the cake in the refrigerator to keep the frosting firm and delightful.
- Dust the finished cake with crushed peanuts for added texture and presentation.
Conclusion:
In every delectable bite of our Peanut Butter Sheet Cake with Peanut Butter Frosting, you’ll experience a harmonious blend of moist cake and velvety peanut butter goodness. This dessert is not just a treat for the taste buds but also a celebration of the joy that comes with savoring homemade delights. Share this delightful creation with loved ones and let the rich flavors leave a lasting impression.