Description
This Peanut Butter Sheet Cake is a perfect treat for any peanut butter lover! Moist yellow cake topped with creamy peanut butter frosting. Easy to make and absolutely irresistible!
Ingredients
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For the Cake:
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1 box yellow cake mix
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4 eggs
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½ cup softened butter
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1 cup water
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½ cup creamy peanut butter
For the Frosting:
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3 cups confectioners’ sugar
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½ cup creamy peanut butter
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½ cup softened butter
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2+ tablespoons milk
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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Instructions
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Preheat the Oven:
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Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking pan and set aside.
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Prepare the Cake:
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Using an electric mixer, cream together the softened butter and creamy peanut butter until well combined.
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Add the eggs, cake mix, and water. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes until the mixture is smooth.
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Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan.
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Bake for 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Let the cake cool completely before frosting.
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Prepare the Frosting:
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Cream the softened butter and creamy peanut butter together until well incorporated.
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Gradually add the confectioners’ sugar, vanilla extract, and 2 tablespoons of milk. Mix until the frosting is light and fluffy.
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If the frosting is too thick, add an additional tablespoon or more of milk until you reach the desired consistency.
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Frost the Cake:
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Spread the peanut butter frosting evenly over the cooled cake.
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Serve:
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Slice and enjoy your delicious Peanut Butter Sheet Cake with Peanut Butter Frosting!
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Notes
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For a richer peanut butter flavor, you can increase the amount of peanut butter in the frosting.
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If you prefer a thicker frosting, reduce the amount of milk added.
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This cake can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (based on 12 servings)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg