Old-Fashioned Peanut Butter Cake (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Cake Ingredients
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup creamy peanut butter
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1 cup brown sugar, packed
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2 large eggs
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 cup buttermilk
→ Frosting Ingredients
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
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1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
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3 cups powdered sugar
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1/4 cup milk
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
# Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
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In a large bowl, cream together the butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
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Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
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Gradually add the flour mixture to the creamed mixture, alternating with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
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Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
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For the frosting, cream together the butter and peanut butter until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract, beating until the frosting is light and fluffy.
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Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled cake. Slice and serve.
# Notes:
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Buttermilk can be substituted with a mixture of milk and vinegar or lemon juice.
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For best results, frost the cake only after it has cooled completely to prevent the frosting from melting.