Peanut Butter & Jelly Cake
Indulge in nostalgia with this Peanut Butter & Jelly Cake, a delightful twist on a childhood favorite. This moist cake combines the rich flavors of creamy peanut butter and sweet jelly, creating a treat that evokes cherished memories. Perfect for birthdays or family gatherings, it’s an easy-to-make dessert that guarantees smiles with every slice!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup jelly (your choice of flavor)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat eggs, milk, peanut butter, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually add wet ingredients to dry ingredients, mixing gently until just combined.
- Fold in half of the jelly to create swirls in the batter.
- Divide the batter between the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool completely before frosting with peanut butter frosting and adding more jelly if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Experiment with different jellies like raspberry or strawberry for unique flavors. For extra indulgence, mix in chocolate chips into the batter.