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Peanut Butter Cup Sheet Cake

Are you ready to indulge in a dessert that will rock your taste buds? Look no further, because this Peanut Butter Cup Sheet Cake is a dreamy, decadent delight that combines two of the most loved treats: cake and peanut butter cups! Imagine a moist chocolate cake topped with a luscious peanut butter frosting, and to take it over the top, it’s scattered with real peanut butter cups. This delicious creation is not only a feast for the eyes but also a crowd-pleaser for any occasion!
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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 cup butter softened
  • 2 cups mini peanut butter cups chopped for topping

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and greasing a half-sheet baking pan.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until combined.
  3. Add wet ingredients: Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Beat on medium speed for about 2 minutes, then stir in the boiling water (the batter will be thin).
  4. Pour and bake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  5. Prepare peanut butter frosting: While the cake cools, beat together the creamy peanut butter, softened butter, and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
  6. Frost the cake: Once the cake is completely cooled, spread the peanut butter frosting evenly across the top and sprinkle with chopped peanut butter cups.
  7. Serve and enjoy: Cut into squares and serve. Enjoy this indulgent dessert with friends and family!