Merken This PB and J Cake With Black Currant Sauce is a playful twist on the classic peanut butter and jelly sandwich. It features a moist peanut butter cake layered with a tangy black currant jam center and is finished with a luscious black currant sauce.
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This American dessert is a medium-difficulty treat that serves eight and is perfect for those following a vegetarian diet. With a total time of about one hour, it is an excellent way to elevate simple, nostalgic flavors.
Ingredients
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- For the Peanut Butter Cake
- 1 1/2 cups (190 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup (180 g) creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) whole milk
- For the Black Currant Jam Center
- 1/2 cup (120 g) black currant jam or preserves
- For the Black Currant Sauce
- 1 cup (120 g) fresh or frozen black currants
- 1/3 cup (65 g) granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp water
- 1 tsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Step 1
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8-inch (20 cm) round cake pan.
- Step 2
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- Step 3
- In a large bowl, beat the butter and peanut butter until smooth and creamy. Add the sugar and beat until light and fluffy.
- Step 4
- Incorporate eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in vanilla extract.
- Step 5
- Alternately add the flour mixture and milk to the peanut butter mixture, beginning and ending with the flour. Mix just until combined.
- Step 6
- Spread half the batter into the prepared pan. Spoon black currant jam evenly over the batter, leaving a 1/2-inch border at the edge. Gently spread the remaining batter on top to cover the jam.
- Step 7
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Step 8
- For the black currant sauce, combine black currants, sugar, and water in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 8–10 minutes until thickened and syrupy. Stir in lemon juice and cool slightly.
- Step 9
- Serve cake slices drizzled with black currant sauce.
Zusatztipps für die Zubereitung
Ensure you bake the cake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. It is important to let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to ensure it sets properly.
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Varianten und Anpassungen
You can substitute the black currant jam with raspberry or blackberry jam if you prefer a different fruity profile.
Serviervorschläge
This cake pairs beautifully with a glass of cold milk or a fruity dessert wine for a more adult version.
Merken Enjoy this delightful combination of peanut butter and tangy fruit, served fresh with a generous drizzle of homemade sauce.
Antworten auf Rezeptfragen
- → Kann ich die Schwarzen Johannisbeeren durch andere Beeren ersetzen?
Ja, Himbeer- oder Brombeerkonfitüre eignen sich hervorragend als Alternative. Der säuerliche Geschmack ergänzt die Erdnussbutter ebenso gut wie Schwarze Johannisbeeren.
- → Wie lagere ich den Kuchen am besten?
Der Kuchen hält sich 2-3 Tage in einem luftdichten Behälter bei Zimmertemperatur. Die Johannisbeerensauce separat im Kühlschrank aufbewahren und vor dem Servieren erwärmen.
- → Kann ich den Kuchen einfrieren?
Ja, der ungefüllte Kuchen lässt sich bis zu 3 Monate einfrieren. Auftauen bei Zimmertemperatur, danach mit Konfitüre und Sauce servieren für besten Geschmack.
- → Welche Erdnussbutter eignet sich am besten?
Cremige Erdnussbutter ohne Zusätze liefert das glatteste Ergebnis. Erdnussbutter mit Nussstücken gibt mehr Textur, aber kann schwerer zu verarbeiten sein.
- → Wie erkenne ich dass der Kuchen fertig gebacken ist?
Führe einen Zahnstocher-Test durch: Wenn er im sauberen Zustand herauskommt, ist der Kuchen fertig. Die Kruste sollte goldbraun sein und sich fest anfühlen.
- → Kann ich diesen Kuchen glutenfrei backen?
Verwende eine glutenfreie Mehlmischung im 1:1-Verhältnis für das Mehl. Achte darauf, dass Backpulver und Natron ebenfalls glutenfrei sind.