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Peanut Butter Pound Cake with Chocolate Chips

Irresistibly Moist Peanut Butter Pound Cake with Chocolate Chips

This Peanut Butter Pound Cake with Chocolate Chips is irresistibly moist and rich, perfect for dessert lovers.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour Well-measured for structure
  • 1 tbsp Baking powder Key leavening agent
  • 1 tsp Salt Enhances flavors
  • 1 cup Creamy peanut butter Non-natural for stable texture
  • 1 cup Butter Room temperature for richness
  • 1.5 cups Granulated sugar Sweetens the cake
  • 4 large Eggs Room temperature for optimal mixing
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract Boosts flavor profile
  • 1 cup Chocolate chips Substitute with chopped Reese’s for a twist
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered sugar Adds sweetness to the glaze
  • 2 tbsp Milk Achieves perfect glaze consistency
  • 0.5 cup Miniature chocolate chips Optional for garnish

Equipment

  • 10-cup tube pan
  • electric mixer
  • Whisk
  • mixing bowls

Method
 

Step‑By‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and prepare a 10-cup tube pan with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat peanut butter and butter until smooth; then add sugar and cream for 5 more minutes.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well, then stir in vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, stir until just combined, and fold in the chocolate chips.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 80-90 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool in the pan for 20 minutes, then invert onto a rack to cool completely.
  8. In a small bowl, whisk together glaze ingredients until smooth, then drizzle over the cooled cake.
  9. Sprinkle miniature chocolate chips over the glaze while wet for added texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for optimal mixing. Store in a cake carrier or refrigerate wrapped tightly for longer freshness.

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