Description
Peanut Butter Cream Pound Cake is a heavenly dessert that perfectly marries the creamy richness of peanut butter with the delightful tang of cream cheese. This moist, dense cake not only satisfies sweet cravings but also stands out as an impressive centerpiece for any gathering. Easy to prepare, it is ideal for birthdays, holiday feasts, or simply as an indulgent treat at home. Dress it up with a luscious glaze or serve it with ice cream and fresh fruits for a versatile dessert experience. Whether enjoyed alone or shared with loved ones, each bite delivers a burst of nutty flavor and comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- Preheat oven to 325°F. Grease and flour a 12-cup bundt pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together shortening, unsalted butter, cream cheese, and peanut butter until smooth. Gradually add sugar and beat until fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually fold into the creamed mixture along with vanilla extract.
- Pour batter into the prepared bundt pan and bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before inverting onto a platter.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 85mg