Peanut Butter Tandy Cake Cake
The Peanut Butter Tandy Cake is a delightful dessert featuring a moist vanilla cake base topped with a creamy layer of peanut butter and finished with a smooth chocolate coating. This cake is a nostalgic treat, reminiscent of classic snack cakes, offering a perfect balance of sweet and salty flavors. Ideal for peanut butter lovers, it's a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer
- Measuring cups and spoons
- 9×13 inch baking pan
- Spatula
- Saucepan
- Whisk
Ingredients
- 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 1/3 cups sugar
- 1 1/4 cups creamy peanut butter
- 2/3 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 2/3 cup 2% milk
- 2/3 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 milk chocolate candy bars 1.55 ounces each, chopped, or 3.1 ounces of chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch square baking pan or similar-sized dish.
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Peanut Butter and Eggs: Beat in the peanut butter until well combined. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Combine Ingredients: Gradually mix in the dry ingredients alternately with the milk. Begin and end with the flour mixture, mixing just until combined.
- Add Vanilla: Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Prepare Topping: While the cake is baking, chop the chocolate bars or measure out the chocolate chips.
- Cool and Top: Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, sprinkle the chopped chocolate or chocolate chips over the top of the cake.
- Serve: Cut into squares and enjoy!
Notes
For an extra touch, you can sprinkle a bit of sea salt over the chocolate layer before it sets. This adds a delightful contrast to the sweetness and enhances the overall flavor of the cake.
If you’re feeling adventurous, try experimenting with crunchy peanut butter for a bit of texture or using dark chocolate for a more intense chocolate flavor.