Description
A rich and indulgent cake that combines moist chocolate layers with creamy peanut butter frosting, perfect for any special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup (75g) cocoa powder
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (100g) brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup (240ml) milk
- 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup (240g) creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter
- 2 cups (240g) powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 9-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and baking soda. Add the granulated sugar and brown sugar, then whisk to combine.
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually incorporate the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until smooth. Avoid overmixing.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool completely on a cooling rack.
- To make the frosting, beat the peanut butter, unsalted butter, and powdered sugar together until fluffy. Add the vanilla extract and mix well.
- Place one cake layer on a platter and spread frosting evenly on top. Add the second layer and frost the top and sides of the cake. Decorate as desired.
Notes
For best results, use room-temperature ingredients and allow the cake to cool completely before frosting. Customize with chocolate chips or crushed peanuts for added texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 35
- Sodium: 250
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 55
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 8
Keywords: chocolate cake, peanut butter frosting, decadent dessert, homemade cake, special occasion dessert