Celebrate the legacy of the King of Rock and Roll with this delectable Elvis Presley Sheet Cake. Infused with the flavors that Elvis adored—bananas, peanut butter, and chocolate—this moist and fluffy cake is perfect for parties, gatherings, or a special treat for yourself. With a simple preparation process, it’s as easy to make as it is to devour. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this sweet tribute to Elvis!
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2-3 medium bananas)
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
For the Peanut Butter Frosting:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- ¼ cup heavy cream (more if needed for consistency)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Chocolate Drizzle:
- ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions:
- Prepare the Oven and Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 13×18-inch sheet cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Mix the Cake Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas, buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until well combined. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared sheet cake pan and spread it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Once baked, remove from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Make the Peanut Butter Frosting: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and peanut butter together until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth. Add the heavy cream, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired frosting consistency.
- Frost the Cake: Once the cake is completely cool, spread the peanut butter frosting evenly over the top.
- Prepare the Chocolate Drizzle: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until melted and smooth. Drizzle the melted chocolate over the frosted cake.
- Serve and Enjoy: Slice the cake into squares, serve, and enjoy this delicious homage to Elvis Presley!