Description

M&M’s Peanut Butter Cake with Peanut Butter Frosting is a decadent dessert that combines the rich flavor of peanut butter with the sweet crunch of M&M’s. The fluffy cake, creamy frosting, and colorful topping make it the perfect treat for peanut butter lovers.

Ingredients

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking powder

½ teaspoon salt

½ cup unsalted butter, softened

½ cup creamy peanut butter

1 cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

½ cup milk

½ cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)

½ cup creamy peanut butter (for frosting)

2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)

1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)

2–3 tablespoons milk (for frosting)

1 cup M&M’s (for garnish)

Optional toppings: chopped peanuts, chocolate drizzle

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
In a bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
In a separate large bowl, beat the softened butter, peanut butter, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, and mix just until combined.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
For the frosting: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and peanut butter until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing well until light and fluffy. Stir in the vanilla extract and add milk, one tablespoon at a time, until the frosting reaches your desired consistency.
Once the cake is completely cooled, spread the peanut butter frosting evenly over the top.
Press the M&M’s gently into the frosting, ensuring they are evenly distributed. Optional: Sprinkle with chopped peanuts or drizzle with melted chocolate for extra flavor and decoration.
Serve the M&M’s Peanut Butter Cake with Peanut Butter Frosting at room temperature and enjoy!

Notes

For a vegan version, use plant-based butter, peanut butter, and plant-based milk.

Add chopped peanuts to the batter for extra crunch or sprinkle them on top with the M&M’s.

If you prefer a chocolate peanut butter combination, add ½ cup of cocoa powder to the dry ingredients for a chocolate peanut butter flavor.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 500
Sugar: 42g
Sodium: 300mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 16g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 62g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 50mg