Tastykake Kandy Kake Layer Cake Recipe

Craving that iconic Tastykake Kandy Kake flavor? This recipe delivers a homemade version of the Pennsylvania favorite, capturing the delicious peanut butter taste you love! Using simple box cake mix and frosting, this recipe is surprisingly easy and perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth. Get ready for a moist, decadent cake that tastes even better the second day! #Tastykake #KandyKake #Pennsylvania #HomemadeCake #PeanutButterCake #EasyRecipe #BoxCake #DessertRecipe #PhiladelphiaFood

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 42 mins
Calories 478.7 kcal
Protein 14g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Tastykake Kandy Kake Layer Cake

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How to Make Tastykake Kandy Kake Layer Cake

  1. Preheat oven to the temperature specified on your chosen cake mix box.
  2. Prepare two 8-inch round cake layers (or one 9x13 inch cake) according to the cake mix box instructions.
  3. **Important:** Avoid overbaking! Check for doneness with a toothpick inserted into the center; it should come out clean. Start checking at the minimum bake time specified on the box.
  4. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10-15 minutes.
  5. Carefully remove the cakes from the pans and let them cool completely on a wire rack.
  6. In a medium bowl, beat the frosting (see ingredients for amount) and 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter together for about 2 minutes, until smooth and well combined.
  7. Once the cakes are completely cool, frost the layers generously with the peanut butter frosting.
  8. For best results, let the frosted cake sit in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving. Even better the next day!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

18 g

Sugar

187g

Fat

25g

Carbs

20g

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