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Chocolate Peanut Butter Texas Sheet Cake Recipe

Chocolate Peanut Butter Texas Sheet Cake Recipe
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Indulge in the rich and decadent flavors of this Chocolate Peanut Butter Texas Sheet Cake. A moist chocolate cake base topped with a creamy peanut butter layer and finished with a silky chocolate frosting – a true crowd-pleaser!

Ingredients

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Cake Layer

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted and cooled for 5 minutes
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt

Peanut Butter Layer

  • ¾ cup creamy peanut butter
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp regular milk

Chocolate Frosting

  • ¾ cup (1½ sticks) unsalted butter, melted
  • ⅓ cup milk
  • ⅓ cup light corn syrup
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 6 oz dark chocolate, chopped
  • 3 cups confectioners’ sugar, sifted

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prep
    Preheat your oven to 350°F and generously grease a 13×18 jelly roll pan with butter or Baker’s Joy nonstick spray.
  2. Make the Cake Batter
    In a large bowl, whisk together the melted (and slightly cooled) butter, whole milk, sour cream, and granulated sugar. Add in the eggs and vanilla extract and whisk until fully combined. Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk again until smooth and lump-free.
  3. Bake
    Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool for 10 minutes before moving on to the next layer.
  4. Prepare the Peanut Butter Layer
    Using a stand mixer or hand mixer, cream together the peanut butter and softened butter until smooth. Add in the vanilla extract and salt. Gradually add the powdered sugar, ½ cup at a time, beating well between each addition. Once all the sugar is added, the mixture may look a bit dry—don’t worry! Add milk one teaspoon at a time and beat until the frosting is fluffy and spreadable. Spread a thick, even layer over the slightly cooled cake using a spatula.
  5. Make the Chocolate Frosting
    In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the melted butter, milk, corn syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir until everything is heated through. Lower the heat, then add the chopped dark chocolate. Stir until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is silky smooth. Remove from heat and whisk in the sifted confectioners’ sugar. Let the frosting sit for 5 minutes to cool slightly and thicken just a bit.
  6. Frost and Finish
    Slowly pour the warm chocolate glaze over the peanut butter layer. Use a spatula to gently push it toward the edges to ensure full coverage. Allow the frosting to set for at least 30 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • For easier slicing, chill the cake before serving.
  • This cake is best enjoyed within 2-3 days of baking.

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