Step 1: Prepare the Cake Batter
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch sheet pan.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- Heat Butter and Peanut Butter: In a medium saucepan, combine the water, butter, and peanut butter. Bring to a boil, stirring frequently until everything is melted and smooth.
- Combine: Pour the peanut butter mixture into the dry ingredients and mix well.
- Add Milk and Eggs: In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, and vanilla. Gradually add this to the peanut butter mixture, stirring until smooth.
Step 2: Bake the Cake
- Pour Batter: Pour the batter into the prepared sheet pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Remove from the oven and allow the cake to cool in the pan while you prepare the frosting.
Step 3: Make the Peanut Butter Frosting
- Melt Butter and Peanut Butter: In a medium saucepan, melt the butter and peanut butter over medium heat, stirring until smooth.
- Add Milk and Sugar: Remove from heat and stir in the milk, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until creamy and well combined.
- Frost Cake: Once the cake is cool, pour the warm frosting over the cake and spread it evenly with a spatula. Let the frosting set before slicing.
Step 4: Serve
- Cut and Serve: Slice the cake into squares or rectangles and serve! This cake pairs perfectly with a cold glass of milk.
Tips for Perfect Peanut Butter Sheet Cake
- Storage: Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. If refrigerating, bring to room temperature before serving.
- Freezing: You can freeze the cake (without the frosting) for up to 3 months. Thaw and frost before serving.
- Peanut Butter Alternatives: If you prefer a chunkier texture, you can use crunchy peanut butter instead of creamy.
Conclusion
This Peanut Butter Sheet Cake with Peanut Butter Frosting is a crowd-pleaser that delivers rich, nutty flavors with every bite. Whether you’re making it for a party or just to satisfy a craving, this cake is sure to be a hit!
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