Double Chocolate-Peanut Butter Snacking Cake
Peanut butter was first introduced to the general public at the St. Louis World’s Fair in 1904.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.
Double Chocolate-Peanut Butter Snacking Cake
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch square baking pan.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
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In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips.
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Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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While the cake is baking, prepare the peanut butter frosting. In a small bowl, beat together the peanut butter, powdered sugar, and heavy cream until smooth and creamy.
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Once the cake has cooled, spread the peanut butter frosting evenly over the top. Sprinkle with chopped peanuts.
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Cut into squares and serve as a delicious chocolate-peanut butter snack cake.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 400kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 22g34%
- Total Carbohydrate 48g16%
- Sugars 35g
- Protein 7g15%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
