PEANUT BUTTER LOVER’S CAKE

A Peanut Butter Lover’s Cake is a dream come true for peanut butter enthusiasts. This cake features layers of moist peanut butter cake with creamy peanut butter frosting and a rich peanut butter ganache. Here’s a delicious recipe to satisfy any peanut butter craving:

Ingredients

For the Peanut Butter Cake:

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ cup creamy peanut butter
• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ cup whole milk
• ½ cup sour cream

For the Peanut Butter Frosting:

• 1 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 2-4 tbsp heavy cream or milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Peanut Butter Ganache:

• ½ cup creamy peanut butter
• ½ cup heavy cream

For Garnish (Optional):

• Chopped peanuts
• Drizzle of extra peanut butter or ganache

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Directions

1. Make the Peanut Butter Cake:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 8-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, beat the peanut butter and softened butter until creamy and smooth.
4. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the peanut butter mixture, alternating with the milk and sour cream. Mix until just combined.
6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

2. Make the Peanut Butter Frosting:

1. In a large bowl, beat the peanut butter and softened butter together until creamy.
2. Gradually add the powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, beating on low speed until combined.
3. Add the heavy cream or milk and vanilla extract, beating until the frosting is light and fluffy. Adjust the consistency with more cream if needed.

3. Make the Peanut Butter Ganache:

1. In a heatproof bowl, combine the peanut butter and heavy cream.
2. Heat in the microwave or over a double boiler, stirring until smooth and well combined.
3. Let the ganache cool slightly before using.

4. Assemble the Cake:

1. Once the cake layers are completely cool, level them by trimming off any domed tops.
2. Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a layer of peanut butter frosting on top.
3. Drizzle some of the peanut butter ganache over the frosting.
4. Add the second cake layer and frost the entire cake with the remaining peanut butter frosting.
5. Pour the remaining peanut butter ganache over the top of the cake, letting it drizzle down the sides.

5. Garnish (Optional):

1. Sprinkle chopped peanuts on top for extra crunch.
2. Drizzle with additional peanut butter or ganache for a decorative touch.

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This Peanut Butter Lover’s Cake is a peanut butter lover’s dream, with rich layers of flavor and texture. It’s perfect for special occasions or whenever you need a peanut butter fix! Let me know if you have any questions or need more tips.