Chocolate Peanut Butter Dream Cake
A rich, moist cake combining chocolate and peanut butter, perfect for any chocolate lover and great for gatherings.
Ingredients
For the cake
- 1 3/4 cups flour All-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup cocoa powder Unsweetened
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 units eggs Large
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla Extract
- 1/2 cup hot water
For the peanut butter cream
- 1/2 cup peanut butter Smooth
- 1/2 cup butter At room temperature
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons milk To adjust consistency
For decoration
- Chocolate sauce or melted chocolate For drizzling on top
- Peanut pieces Optional, for garnishing
Instructions
Baking the Cake
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, mix flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla.
- Combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture and stir until smooth.
- Gradually add the hot water, mixing gently until everything is blended well.
- Pour the batter into a greased 22 cm round cake pan and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Once baked, allow it to cool, then cut the cake in half horizontally.
Preparing the Cream
- In a mixing bowl, beat together the butter and peanut butter for about 2–3 minutes until creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar and mix until thickened.
- If the mixture is too runny, add 2–3 tablespoons of milk to reach your desired consistency.
Assembling the Cake
- Place the bottom layer of the cake on a serving plate.
- Spread half of the peanut butter cream on top.
- Place the second layer on top and spread the remaining cream over the whole cake.
- Drizzle with chocolate sauce or melted chocolate and sprinkle some peanut pieces on top for extra crunch.
Notes
Ensure your ingredients are at room temperature for a smoother batter. Don’t skip the hot water; it helps keep the cake moist. Use a serrated knife to cut the cake layers evenly. Feel free to adjust the amount of peanut butter for more or less flavor to suit your taste.