Irresistible Elvis Presley Cake
This Elvis Presley Cake is a delicious tribute to the King's favorite flavors, combining ripe bananas, creamy peanut butter, and a hint of decadence. It's surprisingly simple to create this show-stopping dessert that's perfect for any occasion and sure to impress.
Equipment
- Oven
- Two 9-inch round cake pans
- Parchment paper rounds (optional)
- Medium bowl
- Large bowl
- Electric mixer
- Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Spatula
- Wire rack
- Serrated knife (optional)
- Serving plate or cake stand
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup mashed ripe bananas about 2-3 medium bananas
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- ½ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for frosting
- Chopped bacon, cooked and crumbled optional
- Banana slices optional
- Peanut butter cups, chopped optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans. Line the bottoms with parchment paper rounds for easy removal.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Fold in the mashed bananas.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before inverting them onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and peanut butter until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, alternating with the milk, until the frosting reaches your desired consistency. Beat in the vanilla extract.
- If your cakes are uneven, use a serrated knife to level the tops (optional).
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate or cake stand.
- Spread a generous layer of peanut butter frosting over the top.
- Carefully place the second cake layer on top of the frosting.
- Frost the entire cake with the remaining peanut butter frosting.
- Decorate the cake with your favorite toppings, such as chopped bacon, banana slices, or chopped peanut butter cups (optional).
Notes
Ripe bananas are key for flavor and moisture. Don't overmix the batter to avoid a tough cake. Use room temperature ingredients for proper emulsification. Cool cakes completely before frosting to prevent melting. Chill the cake for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the frosting to set and flavors to meld. Variations include adding chocolate chips, nuts, maple syrup, or a peanut butter drizzle. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Let it come to room temperature before serving if refrigerated.