Description
Peanut Butter and Jelly Poke Cake is a delicious dessert that combines the classic flavors of peanut butter and jelly in a moist cake, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup grape or strawberry jelly
- 1 cup whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
- Chopped peanuts for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
- Add the softened butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for about 2 minutes until well combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
- Using the handle of a wooden spoon or a fork, poke holes all over the top of the cake, about 1 inch apart.
- In a small bowl, mix the peanut butter and jelly together until smooth. Spoon the mixture evenly over the poked holes in the cake, allowing it to seep in.
- Let the cake cool completely, then spread the whipped topping over the top.
- If desired, sprinkle chopped peanuts on top for added crunch.
- Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, try using chocolate peanut butter instead of regular peanut butter.
- You can also substitute the jelly with your favorite fruit preserves for a unique twist.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg