Peanut Butter Sheet Cake
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup peanut butter
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup light brown sugar
packed
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter
- 6 Tablespoons buttermilk
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 Tablespoon vanilla extract
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Line a cookie sheet 12x18-inch (sheet pan size) with parchment paper. Set aside.
- 2
In a LARGE saucepan, combine peanut butter, water, and butter for the cake. Bring to a boil, while stirring constantly. Once boiling, remove from heat. Add in sugars, flour, salt and baking soda. Mix until well combined. Add in eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla until blended. Pour into prepared baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes.
- 3
While the cake is baking, prepare the frosting. In a saucepan, combine butter, buttermilk, and peanut butter. Bring to a boil, while stirring.
- 4
Remove from heat and add in powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth. Pour over warm cake.
Peanut Butter Sheet Cake
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About this Recipe
Craving an utterly satisfying dessert that delivers on big, comforting flavors? This Peanut Butter Sheet Cake recipe is your answer, offering an unbelievably moist and rich peanut butter experience perfect for any gathering.
What sets this Peanut Butter Sheet Cake apart is its exceptional texture and profound depth of flavor, reminiscent of the cherished Texas Sheet Cake but with a delightful peanut butter twist. You'll discover a perfectly moist crumb that's deeply infused with robust peanut butter, beautifully complemented by a luscious, creamy peanut butter frosting generously poured right on top. This method ensures every inch of the cake is enveloped in that irresistible peanut butter goodness, creating a truly unified and indulgent dessert experience designed specifically for the dedicated peanut butter lover.
Prepare for a truly decadent treat that celebrates everything wonderful about peanut butter. Each bite of this cake offers a harmonious balance of sweet and savory notes, with the unmistakable richness of peanut butter shining through in every element. The cake itself boasts an unbelievably moist and tender crumb, yielding beautifully to a fork, while the smooth, creamy frosting adds an extra layer of indulgence that melts in your mouth. This isn't just a cake; it's a comforting, nostalgic experience designed to evoke the joy of peanut butter in its most elevated, shareable form. The generous yield of 20 servings makes it a fantastic choice for any event where you want to delight a crowd with a truly memorable, rich dessert.
This Peanut Butter Sheet Cake is an ideal dessert for virtually any occasion, from casual family dinners and backyard barbecues to festive celebrations and potlucks where you need to feed a crowd. Its impressive yet approachable nature makes it a perfect centerpiece, ready to be enjoyed simply with a cup of hot coffee or a tall, cold glass of milk for the ultimate classic pairing. For an extra touch, consider serving it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream to enhance the warm, nutty flavors.