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Chocolate Peanut Butter Toffee Cake

Chocolate Peanut Butter Toffee Cake
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Toffee Cake is a rich, moist, and gooey dessert combining deep chocolate flavor, creamy peanut butter, and the irresistible crunch of toffee bits. This luscious cake layers flavors and textures perfectly, making it ideal for any special occasion or a comforting night in.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 1 1/4 cups brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup milk or buttermilk

Additional Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter (natural or creamy)
  • 3/4 cup toffee bits

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather and measure all ingredients accurately. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour your baking pans to ensure easy release of the cake layers.
  2. Mix Your Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and baking soda until well combined and free of lumps.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: Using a mixer, beat the softened butter with the brown sugar until light and fluffy, which helps create a moist, tender crumb.
  4. Incorporate Eggs and Vanilla: Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition to maintain an even texture. Then stir in the vanilla extract for added depth of flavor.
  5. Alternate Adding Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients alternating with the milk or buttermilk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined to avoid overworking the batter.
  6. Layer with Peanut Butter and Toffee: Pour half the batter into your pan. Spread a layer of peanut butter evenly on top, then sprinkle with toffee bits. Add the remaining batter on top, finishing with more toffee for an irresistible crunch.
  7. Bake and Cool: Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs attached. Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting or serving to keep the layers intact.

Notes

  • Use room temperature eggs and butter for better mixing and smoother batter.
  • Mix batter just until combined to prevent a dense texture.
  • Choose fresh, creamy peanut butter for the best flavor and texture.
  • Spread peanut butter evenly to avoid pockets of dry cake layers.
  • Use an oven thermometer to ensure precise baking temperature.

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