Sugar-Free Peanut Butter Cake (Rich, Soft & Irresistibly Easy Recipe)

Sugar-Free Peanut Butter Cake is one of those desserts that feels rich and indulgent but is actually simple and sugar-free. Thank you for being here and baking with me today. This cake is soft, moist, full of peanut butter flavor, and topped with a creamy peanut butter glaze that melts right into the cake. If you love peanut butter desserts, this one is truly special.

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Overview of Recipe Content

This sugar-free peanut butter cake is a low-carb style cake made mostly with peanut butter, eggs, and sweetener. It’s soft, rich, slightly dense like a flourless cake, and topped with a creamy peanut butter glaze.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This cake is:

• Sugar free
• Gluten free
• High protein
• Easy one-bowl recipe
• Perfect for peanut butter lovers
• Great for dessert or snack

What It Tastes Like

It tastes like a peanut butter blondie meets a soft cake. Rich, nutty, slightly sweet, and incredibly moist with a creamy peanut butter topping.

Ingredients

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Cake

• 1 cup (240 g) natural peanut butter
• 3/4 cup (150 g) monk fruit sweetener
• 3 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• Pinch of salt

Peanut Butter Glaze

• 1/4 cup peanut butter
• 2 tbsp powdered monk fruit sweetener
• 2–3 tbsp milk or cream

Tools Needed

• Mixing bowl
• Whisk or hand mixer
• Small baking pan
• Parchment paper
• Spatula

Substitutions and Additions

You can add sugar-free chocolate chips, chopped peanuts, or swirl in cream cheese before baking. Almond butter can also be used instead of peanut butter.

For more dessert recipes, try:

• https://poulef.com/peanut-butter-oat-cookies/
• https://poulef.com/almond-flour-cake/
• https://poulef.com/sugar-free-chocolate-cake/
• https://poulef.com/banana-oat-cake/
• https://poulef.com/no-bake-peanut-butter-bars/

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How to Make Sugar-Free Peanut Butter Cake

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Step 1 – Preheat Oven

Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a small baking pan with parchment paper.

Step 2 – Mix Ingredients

In a bowl, mix peanut butter, monk fruit sweetener, eggs, vanilla, baking soda, and salt until smooth and thick.

Step 3 – Pour Batter

Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.

Step 4 – Bake

Bake for 18–22 minutes until the center is set but still soft.

Step 5 – Make Peanut Butter Glaze

Mix peanut butter, powdered sweetener, and milk until smooth and creamy.

Step 6 – Glaze the Cake

Spread the glaze over the slightly warm cake so it melts slightly into the top.

Step 7 – Cool and Slice

Let the cake cool before slicing into squares.

What to Serve with Sugar-Free Peanut Butter Cake

This cake is perfect with:

• Coffee
• Milk
• Almond milk
• Whipped cream
• Greek yogurt
• Sugar-free chocolate drizzle

It also pairs well with berries to balance the richness.

Tips for Making It Perfect

Use natural peanut butter for best texture.
Do not overbake or the cake will become dry.
Let the cake cool before slicing.
Add chocolate chips for a peanut butter chocolate version.
Warm slightly before serving for extra softness.

Storage Instructions

Store in airtight container:

• Room temperature: 2 days
• Refrigerator: 5 days
• Freezer: 2 months

Reheat slices in microwave for 10–15 seconds.

General Information

Flourless peanut butter cakes became popular in low-carb and gluten-free baking because peanut butter acts as both fat and structure in baking. Eggs help the cake rise, while sweetener adds sweetness without sugar.

These cakes are common in keto baking and protein desserts because they are high in healthy fats and protein.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use almond butter?

Yes, almond butter works great.

Is this cake keto?

Yes, if using monk fruit sweetener.

Can I make cupcakes?

Yes, bake in muffin tins for about 12–15 minutes.

Why is my cake dense?

It’s supposed to be slightly dense like a blondie cake.

Can I add chocolate chips?

Yes, highly recommended for peanut butter chocolate cake.

Conclusion

This sugar-free peanut butter cake is rich, soft, easy to make, and perfect for peanut butter lovers. The creamy peanut butter glaze makes it extra special and bakery-quality. If you love peanut butter desserts, you should also try peanut butter cookies or no-bake peanut butter bars next.

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Nutritional Information

Nutrient	Amount per slice
Calories	220
Carbohydrates	6g
Protein	8g
Fat	18g
Sugar	1g
Fiber	2g
Sodium	120mg

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