Description
This Peanut Butter Texas Sheet Cake is a rich and decadent dessert that combines moist chocolate cake with creamy peanut butter frosting, topped generously with peanut butter chips for the ultimate sweet and salty delight. Perfect for potlucks, birthday parties, or casual gatherings, this dessert is a crowd-pleaser that’s both easy to make and incredibly satisfying. The velvety frosting melts in your mouth, while the moist cake offers a fudgy, chocolatey base that pairs perfectly with the nutty goodness on top. Whether you’re looking for quick dessert ideas, a sweet treat for special occasions, or just a way to impress your guests, this easy sheet cake recipe is the perfect choice.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups granulated sugar
1 cup unsalted butter
1 cup water
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 large eggs
1/2 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Peanut Butter Frosting:
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
6 tablespoons milk
3 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping:
1 cup peanut butter chips
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake Batter: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 13×18-inch sheet pan. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. In a saucepan, melt butter, then add water and cocoa powder. Bring to a boil and pour over dry ingredients. Add eggs, sour cream, baking soda, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth.
- Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 20-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool slightly.
- Make the Frosting: In a saucepan, melt butter and peanut butter. Stir in milk and bring to a simmer. Remove from heat and whisk in powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Assemble the Cake: Pour the warm frosting over the cake and spread evenly. Immediately sprinkle with peanut butter chips.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool completely before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-22 minutes
- Category: Dessert