Elvis Presley's Peanut Butter Banana Sheet Cake

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2-3 bananas)
• 1/2 cup peanut butter
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Peanut butter frosting (recipe below)
• Sliced bananas, for garnish (optional)
• Chopped peanuts, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. 1.

   Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.

2. 2.

   In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.

3. 3.

   In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter, mashed bananas, and peanut butter until smooth and creamy.

4. 4.

   Add the eggs to the banana mixture, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

5. 5.

   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined. Do not overmix.

6. 6.

   Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.

7. 7.

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

8. 8.

   Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.

9. 9.

   Frost the cooled cake with peanut butter frosting. Garnish with sliced bananas and chopped peanuts, if desired.

Nutritional Information

Equipment

• 9x13 inch baking pan
• Mixing bowls
• Whisk
• Electric mixer
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Wire rack

Tips

• For a richer flavor, use brown butter in the frosting.
• Add a layer of crumbled bacon between the cake and the frosting for an authentic Elvis-inspired touch.
• Ensure bananas are very ripe for the best flavor and moisture.
• Buttermilk can be substituted with milk mixed with a tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar.