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Loaded Peanut Butter Layer Cake

Loaded Peanut Butter Layer Cake
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Indulge in the delightful Loaded Peanut Butter Layer Cake, a dessert that brings together layers of rich peanut butter flavor and creamy frosting. Perfect for any occasion, this cake is easy to prepare and sure to impress family and friends with its moist texture and decadent taste. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday or enjoying a cozy afternoon treat, each slice offers a sweet escape into peanut butter paradise. Plus, it’s customizable—feel free to add your favorite toppings or variations!

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 3/4 cups sugar
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar, loosely packed
  • 3/4 cup peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 3/4 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 cups salted butter, room temperature
  • 1 1/4 cups peanut butter
  • 9 cups powdered sugar
  • 6–7 tbsp water or milk
  • 10 oz peanut butter chips
  • 6 oz peanut butter chips
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your cake pans by greasing and lining them.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together unsalted butter, sugar, brown sugar, and peanut butter until light and fluffy.
  3. Mix in sour cream, vanilla extract, and eggs one at a time until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually mix into the wet ingredients along with milk.
  5. Divide the batter among prepared pans and bake for approximately 23 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  6. Allow cakes to cool completely before frosting with a mix of salted butter and peanut butter combined with powdered sugar.

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