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Peanut Butter M&M Cake

A straightforward and forgiving recipe for a fluffy Peanut Butter M&M Cake that brings joy to every bite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Sweet Treat
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 cup M&M candies plus extra for topping
  • 1/3 cup milk
  • a pinch of salt

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, blend the creamy peanut butter and sugar until smooth and creamy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Gradually add it to the wet ingredients while alternating with the milk, mixing until just combined.
  5. Fold in the M&M candies.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
  2. Bake for 25-30 minutes. Check if it’s done by inserting a toothpick; it should come out clean.
Cooling and Decorating
  1. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  2. Once cooled, decorate with additional M&M candies on top.

Notes

Feel free to experiment by adding cocoa powder for a chocolate peanut butter cake. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.