Peanut Butter Fudge Cake
π Prep Time: 25 minutes
π Cook Time: 25 minutes
π Total Time: 50 minutes
π₯ Servings: 12
Description:
Indulge in the decadent delight of this Peanut Butter Fudge Cake, a creation unlike any other, inspired by a cherished recipe shared by my dear friend Bob from Austin, Texas. This cake embodies the perfect harmony of rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter, making it a dessert sensation that’s sure to leave your taste buds tingling with joy!
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 cup | Butter |
| 1/2 cup | Margarine |
| 2 cups | Sugar |
| 2 cups | Flour |
| 1 tsp | Baking Powder |
| 1/4 tsp | Baking Soda |
| 1 cup | Water |
| 1/2 cup | Buttermilk |
| 2 | Eggs |
| 1 tsp | Vanilla Extract |
| 1 cup | Peanut Butter |
| 12 tbsp | Butter |
| 1 1/2 cups | Confectioners’ Sugar |
| 1/2 cup | Buttermilk |
| 1/4 cup | Cocoa Powder |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Cake:
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.
- Stir in cocoa powder until smooth and well combined.
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Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk together sugar, flour, baking powder, and baking soda.
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Prepare Wet Ingredients:
- In another bowl, beat together water, buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
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Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
- Pour the egg mixture over the dry ingredients and mix until thoroughly blended.
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Incorporate Cocoa Mixture:
- Add the hot cocoa mixture to the batter and beat at medium speed for 2 minutes until smooth.
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Bake the Cake:
- Preheat the oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C).
- Grease and flour a 13 x 9-inch cake pan.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Once baked, allow the cake to cool thoroughly.
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Prepare Peanut Butter Layer:
- In a small mixing bowl, whip together peanut butter and oil until smooth.
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Assemble the Cake:
- Once the cake has cooled completely, spread the peanut butter layer evenly over the top.
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Prepare the Frosting:
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine confectioners’ sugar and vanilla extract.
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Prepare Cocoa Mixture:
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.
- Stir in cocoa powder until smooth.
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Combine and Heat:
- Pour milk into the saucepan with the cocoa mixture.
- Heat over low heat until hot, just as it starts to bubble.
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Finish the Frosting:
- Pour the hot cocoa mixture over the sugar mixture.
- Beat until smooth and creamy.
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Frost the Cake:
- Spread the frosting over the peanut butter layer, covering the cake completely.
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Allow to Set:
- Let the cake sit for at least an hour before serving to allow the frosting to firm up.
Indulge in the irresistible allure of this Peanut Butter Fudge Cake, a true masterpiece that will captivate your senses with every decadent bite. Perfect for any occasion, this cake is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser, leaving everyone craving for more!
