Coke and Peanuts Cake

This twist on the classic Southern cola cake recipe is meant to mimic Coke and peanuts, the drink that has been a popular in the South since at least the 1920s. For this version, the cola frosting is swapped out for a peanut buttery one, which is then topped with crunchy salted peanuts.

subheading: For the cake:

2 cups Coca-Cola

1 ½ cups dark brown sugar

¾ cup cocoa powder

8 tablespoons butter, cut into tablespoon-sized pats

3 cups flour

2 teaspoons baking soda

1 ½ teaspoons salt

subheading: For the frosting:

1 ½ cups smooth peanut butter

1 cup butter, softened

3 cups confectioners sugar

1 teaspoon salt

2 tablespoons heavy cream

½ teaspoon vanilla extract

¾ cup peanuts (roasted and salted), chopped, for topping

Directions at food52.com

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