This Peanut Butter Sheet Cake is a rich, moist dessert topped with a creamy peanut butter frosting that melts in your mouth. Perfect for peanut butter lovers, this cake is simple to make and feeds a crowd—ideal for family gatherings, parties, or bake sales.
Why Make Peanut Butter Sheet Cake?
This recipe combines the deep, nutty flavor of peanut butter with a tender cake and a luscious frosting that’s hard to resist. The sheet cake format makes it easy to serve and share!
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup milk
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Equipment Needed
- 9×13-inch sheet cake pan
- Medium saucepan
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer or whisk
- Spatula