Peanut Butter Pound Cake Recipe
Welcome to our delicious and indulgent recipes section! Today, we’re sharing a rich and flavorful Peanut Butter Pound Cake recipe. This cake combines the classic dense texture of a pound cake with the irresistible taste of peanut butter, making it perfect for any occasion. Let’s get started!
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Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Butter, softened | 1 cup |
| Sugar | 2 cups |
| Light brown sugar, lightly packed | 1 cup |
| Peanut butter (creamy or crunchy) | 1/2 cup |
| Eggs, room temperature | 5 |
| Vanilla extract | 1 tbsp |
| All-purpose flour | 3 cups |
| Baking powder | 1/2 tsp |
| Salt | 1/2 tsp |
| Baking soda | 1/4 tsp |
| Milk (whole or low fat) | 1 cup |
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Batter
Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch bundt pan or two 9×5 inch loaf pans.
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Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, sugar, and light brown sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add Peanut Butter: Beat in the peanut butter until well combined.
Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda.
Alternate Adding Dry Ingredients and Milk: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
Step 2: Bake the Cake
Pour Batter into Pan: Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan or loaf pans, spreading it evenly.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 70-80 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If using loaf pans, bake for 60-70 minutes.
Cool: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 3: Serve
Serve and Enjoy: Slice the Peanut Butter Pound Cake and serve it plain or with a drizzle of chocolate sauce, a dollop of whipped cream, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Enjoy your indulgent dessert!
