Description
Indulge in this decadent Peanut Butter Chocolate Layer Cake, featuring moist cocoa-infused layers enveloped in a creamy peanut butter frosting. Perfect for chocolate and peanut butter lovers, this cake combines rich flavors with a velvety texture, making it an irresistible dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
Peanut Butter Frosting
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the cake batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until well blended. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Add boiling water: Slowly pour in the boiling water into the batter while mixing carefully to incorporate. This will thin the batter but is essential for creating a moist and tender cake texture.
- Bake the cake layers: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans. Divide the batter evenly between the pans and bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove from oven and let cool completely on wire racks.
- Make the peanut butter frosting: In a medium bowl, beat the softened butter and creamy peanut butter together until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the milk and vanilla extract, continuing to beat the mixture until fluffy and spreadable.
- Assemble the cake: Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous amount of peanut butter frosting evenly on top. Place the second cake layer over it and frost the top and sides with the remaining frosting, smoothing it evenly.
- Serve and enjoy: Allow the cake to sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes before slicing to let the frosting set slightly. Slice into pieces, serve, and delight in the rich combination of chocolate and peanut butter flavors.
Notes
- For best results, ensure the cake layers are completely cooled before frosting to prevent melting.
- You can substitute creamy peanut butter with natural peanut butter if you prefer a less sweet frosting.
- Store the cake covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
- Warm the frosting slightly if it becomes too stiff to spread.
