Description
Easy to make, incredibly rich, and packed with flavor, this Chocolate Peanut Butter Velvet Cake is a dessert lover’s dream come true. With its tender chocolate layers and creamy peanut butter frosting, it’s the perfect treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
1 ½ tsp baking powder
1 ½ tsp baking soda
1 tsp salt
1 cup buttermilk
½ cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup boiling water
1 cup creamy peanut butter
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
3 cups powdered sugar
1–2 tbsp milk (if needed)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 9-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Gradually add the sugar and mix until dissolved.
- Slowly combine the wet and dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Pour in the boiling water and stir until smooth.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For the frosting, beat the peanut butter and softened butter together until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, until thick and creamy. Add milk as needed to reach a spreadable consistency.
- Place one cooled cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a thick layer of frosting over the top, then place the second layer on top. Frost the entire cake with the remaining frosting.
- Decorate with chocolate shavings or mini chocolate chips. Serve at room temperature.
Notes
- The cake layers can be made ahead and stored at room temperature for 2 days, or frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw completely before frosting.
- For best results, serve the cake at room temperature. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (based on 10 servings)
- Calories: 645 kcal
- Sugar: 46g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 76g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 85mg