Absolutely! Let’s dive into a full, indulgent guide to making a Peanut Butter M&M Cake—a dessert that’s as fun as it is decadent. 🎉❤️
🍰 Peanut Butter M&M Cake – A Celebration of Sweetness
Imagine biting into a moist, tender cake where the nutty richness of peanut butter meets colorful, crunchy M&Ms. Each slice is a symphony of textures—soft crumb, creamy frosting, and candy bursts that pop with every bite. Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or whenever you need a happy dessert!
📝 Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¾ cup buttermilk (or ¾ cup milk + 1 tsp vinegar, let sit 5 min)
- ½ cup M&M candies (plus extra for topping)
For the Peanut Butter Frosting:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 3–4 cups powdered sugar (adjust sweetness & consistency)
- 2–4 tbsp heavy cream or milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
🍴 Instructions & Methods
1️⃣ Preheat & Prep
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans or line with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3️⃣ Cream Butter & Sugar
- In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy (~3 min).
- Add peanut butter and beat until smooth.
4️⃣ Add Eggs & Vanilla
- Beat in eggs, one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
5️⃣ Combine Wet & Dry
- Alternately add dry ingredients and buttermilk to the peanut butter mixture, starting and ending with dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
6️⃣ Fold in M&Ms
- Gently fold in ½ cup M&Ms to the batter. This prevents them from sinking.
7️⃣ Bake
- Divide batter evenly between pans.
- Bake 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
8️⃣ Prepare Frosting
- Beat butter and peanut butter until creamy.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, one cup at a time, alternating with milk or cream, until desired consistency.
- Add vanilla and beat until light and fluffy.
9️⃣ Assemble Cake
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of frosting on top.
- Add the second cake layer and frost the top and sides.
- Decorate with remaining M&Ms.
📜 History & Formation
The combination of peanut butter and chocolate candies has roots in American baking traditions, particularly inspired by the classic peanut butter cup. The idea of embedding candy in cake likely evolved from playful “funfetti” style cakes in the late 20th century. Over time, bakers combined the creamy nuttiness of peanut butter with crunchy candy to create visually joyful and flavor-packed cakes perfect for celebrations.
🎉 Conclusion
The Peanut Butter M&M Cake isn’t just a dessert—it’s a party in every slice. With its tender crumb, creamy peanut butter frosting, and candy-studded delight, it satisfies both your sweet tooth and your love for fun, colorful treats.
💖 Lovers of This Cake Will Also Enjoy:
- Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake
- Chocolate Peanut Butter Layer Cake
- Funfetti Cupcakes with Peanut Butter Frosting
👩🍳 Tips & Tricks for Lovers of Peanut Butter Cakes
- Chill frosting slightly if too soft to spread.
- For extra gooeyness, toast M&Ms lightly before folding into the batter.
- Serve with a cold glass of milk or coffee for balance.
If you want, I can also create a fun “step-by-step visual guide” version with layers and frosting tricks that looks like it’s straight from a bakery display!
Do you want me to make that version too?