Description
This moist and rich peanut butter cake is a comfort food staple that delivers deep, nutty flavor without complex techniques. By utilizing a unique boiling liquid method to bloom the peanut butter, this cake achieves a tender crumb and incredible structure. Perfect for weeknight treats or special celebrations, it pairs beautifully with creamy frostings and stays wonderfully moist for days.
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup light brown sugar
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 cup water
2 large eggs
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9 x 13-inch baking pan.
Whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
In a saucepan, combine the butter, creamy peanut butter, vegetable oil, and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
Pour the boiling mixture over the dry ingredients and whisk until smooth.
Add the eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla extract, whisking until the batter is well-combined and glossy.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
Bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow to cool completely before frosting or serving.
Notes
Ensure your peanut butter is a standard creamy variety that does not separate, as natural versions can alter the texture. The cake can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 45mg