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Peanut Butter Fudge Cake

Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings 12 pieces
Calories 650
A rich and decadent chocolate cake layered with creamy peanut butter frosting, perfect for special occasions.

Ingredients

Dry ingredients

  • 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (preferably Dutch processed)
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt (½ teaspoon Morton salt)

Wet ingredients

  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 0.5 cup oil (canola or vegetable)
  • 1 cup hot coffee

Frosting ingredients

  • 8 ounces salted butter (room temperature)
  • 8 ounces granulated sugar
  • 4 ounces egg whites
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.75 cup creamy peanut butter (e.g., Skippy, 200 g)
  • 5 oz chocolate
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 0.75 cup heavy cream
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla

Instructions

Notes

For best results, use high-quality cocoa powder and fresh ingredients.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chocolate, peanut butter