Description
Peanut Butter Cream Pound Cake is a delightful dessert that brings together the rich, creamy flavors of peanut butter and cream cheese in a moist and tender crumb. Perfect for family gatherings or an indulgent treat for yourself, this cake features a sweet glaze that adds an extra touch of sweetness. Its simple preparation makes it accessible for bakers of all skill levels, ensuring you can impress your friends and family with minimal effort. Serve it plain or elevate it with toppings like whipped cream, fresh berries, or chocolate sauce for a truly memorable dessert experience.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter flavored solid shortening
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup crunchy peanut butter
- 3 cups sugar
- 6 eggs
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Grease and flour a 12-cup bundt pan; do not preheat the oven.
- In a large bowl, cream together shortening, butter, cream cheese, and peanut butter until smooth. Gradually add sugar and beat until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, mixing until just combined. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan and bake in a cold oven at 325°F for about 1 hour and 15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let rest for 10 minutes before inverting onto a platter.
- For the glaze, mix sweetened condensed milk, peanut butter, and milk until smooth; drizzle over cooled cake before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg