Description
Chocolate Peanut Butter Layer Cake is a rich, indulgent dessert featuring moist chocolate cake layers filled and frosted with creamy peanut butter frosting—perfect for celebrations or special occasions.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup hot water
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- Slowly stir in hot water until batter is well combined.
- Divide batter evenly between prepared pans.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cakes cool completely before frosting.
- In a bowl, beat peanut butter and butter until creamy.
- Add powdered sugar and heavy cream, beating until smooth and fluffy.
- Frost one cake layer, place the second layer on top, and frost the top and sides.
Notes
- Use natural creamy peanut butter for best flavor.
- Chill the cake briefly before slicing for cleaner cuts.
- You can garnish with chocolate shavings or peanut butter cups.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American