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Peanut Butter Tandy Cake Recipe

Peanut Butter Tandy Cake Recipe

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The Peanut Butter Tandy Cake is a classic dessert featuring a soft sponge cake base, topped with a creamy layer of peanut butter and a rich chocolate coating. Simple to make and delicious, this treat is perfect for any occasion, evoking nostalgic flavors with every bite.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12
Calories 400 kcal

Equipment

  • 9×13 inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • Hand or stand mixer
  • Saucepan for melting the chocolate
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spatula
  • Cooling rack

Ingredients
  

For the Cake:

  • 1 box of yellow cake mix you can also make it from scratch if preferred!
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs

For the Peanut Butter Topping:

  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 12-ounce bag chocolate chips
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup smooth peanut butter softened
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions
 

Step 1: Prepare the Cake

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs. Beat everything together with a hand or stand mixer until smooth and fully combined. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 2: Bake the Cake

  • Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the dish for about 10-15 minutes.

Step 3: Prepare the Peanut Butter Topping

  • While your cake is cooling, prepare the peanut butter topping. In a mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, milk, and flour. Use an electric mixer to beat the mixture until smooth and creamy.

Step 4: Add the Peanut Butter Topping

  • Once the cake has cooled slightly, spread the peanut butter mixture over the top of the cake. Make sure it is evenly distributed across the surface.

Step 5: Melt the Chocolate

  • In a saucepan over low-medium heat, melt the chocolate chips with 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract. Stir the chocolate occasionally until it is completely smooth and melted. Be sure not to overheat the chocolate.

Step 6: Add the Chocolate Glaze

  • Once the chocolate is melted, pour it over the peanut butter topping. Use a spatula to spread the chocolate glaze evenly across the entire cake.

Step 7: Chill and Serve

  • Let the cake cool for 10 minutes at room temperature before slicing. You can refrigerate the cake for about 30 minutes to allow the layers to set, or you can serve it immediately. Slice into squares and enjoy!
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