Peanut Butter and Jelly Cake

Indulge in the nostalgic flavors of your favorite childhood sandwich with this show-stopping Peanut Butter and Jelly Cake. This decadent dessert layers moist and fluffy vanilla cake with a luscious strawberry or grape jelly filling and a creamy peanut butter frosting that’s perfectly sweet and nutty. Each bite delivers a delightful balance of textures and flavors, beautifully combining rich peanut butter and fruity jelly in a way that feels both familiar and elevated. Ideal for birthdays, potlucks, or anytime you want a crowd-pleasing treat, this recipe is easy to follow and ready in just over an hour. With its retro charm and irresistible taste, this Peanut Butter and Jelly Cake is sure to become a family favorite—and a hit on dessert tables everywhere!

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.75 cups Unsalted butter
• 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 3 pieces Eggs
• 1.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Whole milk
• 0.5 cups Creamy peanut butter
• 2 cups Powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
• 1 cup Strawberry or grape jelly

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, use a mixer to cream the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in three additions, alternating with the milk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.

Step 6

Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

To make the peanut butter frosting, beat the peanut butter, powdered sugar, and heavy cream until smooth and fluffy. If the frosting is too thick, add more heavy cream, 1 tablespoon at a time.

Step 10

Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a generous layer of jelly over the top.

Step 11

Spread a layer of peanut butter frosting over the jelly for added stability.

Step 12

Place the second cake layer on top and spread the remaining frosting evenly over the top and sides of the cake.

Step 13

For decoration, optionally create swirls in the frosting or add small dollops of jelly on top as garnish.

Step 14

Refrigerate the cake for 15-20 minutes to set the frosting before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1598.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4849.7

Total Fat 107.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 57.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 803.3mg	0%
Sodium 2474.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 939.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.2g	0%
Total Sugars 666.7g
Protein 58.4g	0%

Vitamin D 230.4IU	0%
Calcium 445.3mg	0%
Iron 16.7mg	0%
Potassium 1036.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 19.4%

Protein: 4.7%

Carbs: 75.9%