Ingredients for Peanut Butter Lovers Cake
- 2 large eggs
- 2/3 cup (133g) granulated sugar + 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (120ml) milk + 1/2 cup (120ml) milk
- Unsweetened Chocolate Squares
- 1 cup (2 sticks) shortening
- Vanilla Extract
- Cake Flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 8 ounces (227g) cream cheese
- Sweetened Condensed Milk
- 1 cup (255g) creamy peanut butter
- Salted Peanuts
- Milk Chocolate Candy Bars
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How to Make Peanut Butter Lovers Cake
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round baking pans.
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together 1 large egg until light and frothy.
- Stir in 2/3 cup (133g) granulated sugar, 1/2 cup (120ml) milk, and 6 ounces (170g) semi-sweet chocolate chips.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the chocolate is melted and the mixture comes to a gentle boil. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.
- In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) shortening and 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add 2 large eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, alternating with the remaining 1/2 cup (120ml) milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Stir in the cooled chocolate mixture until evenly distributed.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before inverting them onto wire racks to cool completely.
- For the frosting: In a large bowl, beat 8 ounces (227g) cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add 1/2 cup (120ml) milk and 1 cup (255g) creamy peanut butter, beating until light and fluffy.
- Once the cakes are completely cool, frost the layers and the top and sides of the cake with the peanut butter cream cheese frosting.
- Sprinkle with chopped peanuts and garnish with candy bar squares (optional).
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the frosting to set.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
24 g
Sugar
219g
Fat
104g
Carbs
27g
