Elvis Presley, the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll, was known for his legendary music, charisma, and unforgettable style. One of his favorite indulgences was a rich and decadent dessert – the Elvis Presley Sheet Cake. This cake is a delicious homage to the iconic singer and incorporates some of his favorite flavors, including banana and peanut butter. In this recipe, we’ll show you how to recreate this classic dessert, perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings and paying tribute to the rock ‘n’ roll legend himself.
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Icing:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 6 tablespoons milk
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 pound (about 3 3/4 cups) powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup mashed bananas (about 2 ripe bananas)
Instructions:
1. Preheat Your Oven Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and sugar.
3. Prepare the Cake Batter In a saucepan, melt 1/2 cup of butter, then add 1/4 cup of cocoa powder and 1 cup of water. Bring this mixture to a boil, stirring constantly. Remove it from the heat.
4. Combine Wet Ingredients Pour the cocoa mixture into the dry ingredients and mix well. Add the vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, baking soda, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Blend everything until the batter is smooth.
5. Bake the Cake Pour the batter into the greased baking pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove from the oven and let it cool.
6. Prepare the Icing In a saucepan, melt 1/2 cup of butter and 1/4 cup of peanut butter. Add the milk and 1/4 cup of cocoa powder, stirring until it comes to a boil. Remove from heat.
7. Add Sugar and Vanilla Gradually mix in the powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, stirring until smooth.
8. Incorporate Mashed Bananas Stir in the mashed bananas until well combined.
9. Ice the Cake While the cake is still slightly warm, spread the icing over the top evenly.
10. Serve and Enjoy Allow the cake to cool completely before cutting it into squares and serving. Each bite of this Elvis-inspired delight is a harmonious blend of flavors that’ll leave your taste buds singing.
The Elvis Presley Sheet Cake is a delightful tribute to the music icon as well as a divine dessert combining banana, peanut butter, and chocolate. Whether you’re an Elvis fan or just looking for a tasty cake recipe, this classic treat will have you “All Shook Up” with its irresistible flavors. Enjoy this legendary dessert’s sweet melody!