Description
Peanut Butter Chocolate Dream Cake!
Ingredients:
For the Cake Layers:
¾ cup all-purpose flour
½ cup granulated sugar
¾ cup cocoa powder
½ tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
1 tsp salt
2 large eggs
1 cup milk
½ cup vegetable oil
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup boiling water
For the Peanut Butter Frosting:
1 cup creamy peanut butter
½ cup butter, softened
2 cups powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
¼ cup heavy cream
For the Toppings:
1 cup mini peanut butter cups, chopped
¼ cup crushed peanuts
½ cup chocolate ganache (optional)
Instructions:
Bake the Cake Layers:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, mix the dry ingredients—flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Then add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Slowly pour in the boiling water, stirring until smooth. Divide the batter evenly into three cake pans and bake for 30-35 minutes. Let the cakes cool completely.
Make the Frosting:
In a mixing bowl, beat the peanut butter and softened butter together until creamy. Gradually add in the powdered sugar, vanilla, and heavy cream, continuing to beat until smooth and fluffy.
Assemble & Decorate:
Once the cakes are fully cooled, layer them, spreading a generous amount of peanut butter frosting between each. Frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining frosting. Finish by decorating with chopped mini peanut butter cups, crushed peanuts, and a drizzle of chocolate ganache for a touch of extra indulgence.
Pro Tip:
For an irresistible sweet and salty twist, sprinkle a little sea salt on top before serving!
Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins | Servings: 12 scrumptious slices
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