Description
Sweet comfort meets Southern charm in this classic Peanut Butter Sheet Cake, promising rich, nostalgic flavors that dance across your palate. Homemade goodness fills each bite, inviting you to savor a slice of pure, comforting bliss.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) softened butter
Frosting Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) softened butter
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) milk
Additional Flavoring:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 350°F (175°C) and thoroughly coat a sheet cake pan with non-stick spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, whisk together the yellow cake mix, room temperature eggs, softened butter, creamy peanut butter, and water until the mixture transforms into a silky, uniform consistency with no visible lumps.
- Transfer the batter carefully into the prepared sheet cake pan, ensuring an even distribution, and slide into the preheated oven for approximately 25-30 minutes, checking doneness by inserting a toothpick that should emerge clean when the cake is fully baked.
- During the cake’s baking time, craft the decadent frosting by vigorously blending the creamy peanut butter and softened butter until they create a smooth, homogeneous mixture.
- Incrementally incorporate powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract into the peanut butter base, continuously beating until the frosting achieves a luxurious, spreadable texture that’s free of any graininess.
- After removing the cake from the oven, allow it to cool completely within the pan, which prevents potential structural damage and ensures optimal frosting application.
- Generously spread the prepared peanut butter frosting across the cake’s surface, creating an even, delectable layer that covers every inch of the cooled cake.
- Slice the cake into uniform squares, revealing the moist interior, and serve at room temperature for maximum flavor enjoyment.
Notes
- Swap cake mix for gluten-free alternative to accommodate celiac or gluten-sensitive diners, ensuring everyone can enjoy this delightful dessert.
- Use natural unsweetened peanut butter to reduce added sugars and create a more wholesome version of this indulgent sheet cake.
- Enhance cake texture by adding a tablespoon of sour cream or Greek yogurt to the batter, creating a more tender and moist crumb.
- Elevate presentation by sprinkling chopped roasted peanuts or drizzling melted chocolate over the frosted cake for extra crunch and visual appeal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 462
- Sugar: 37 g
- Sodium: 255 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg