Peanut Butter & Jelly Cake
Indulge in a slice of nostalgia with our Peanut Butter & Jelly Cake—a delightful dessert that marries creamy peanut butter and sweet jelly in every fluffy layer. This cake is not only easy to make but also perfect for any celebration, bringing joy to both kids and adults alike. With its vibrant presentation, it’s sure to steal the spotlight at birthday parties or family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup milk (whole or 2%)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup jelly (your choice)
- Additional peanut butter and powdered sugar for frosting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in one bowl.
- In another bowl, beat together peanut butter and softened butter until smooth. Gradually add sugar, then mix in eggs one at a time and finish with vanilla extract.
- Alternate adding the dry mixture and milk into the peanut butter mixture until just combined.
- Divide the batter between the prepared pans and bake for 25–30 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick.
- Allow cakes to cool before preparing the frosting by mixing peanut butter, softened butter, powdered sugar, and milk until smooth.
- Assemble the cake by layering jelly and frosting between cake layers, then frost the top and sides.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 36g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
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