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Elvis Presley’s legendary love for food is almost as famous as his music. Tales of his favorite sandwich—a decadent, fried concoction of peanut butter, banana, and sometimes bacon—have become the stuff of culinary lore. This Elvis Presley Sheet Cake is a glorious, shareable tribute to that iconic flavor combination. Imagine a supremely moist banana cake, swirled with rich peanut butter, baked to perfection, and smothered in a silky chocolate frosting. It’s all the glory of The King’s favorite treat, transformed into an easy, feed-a-crowd dessert that requires no fancy decorating skills. Get ready to take a delicious trip down to Graceland.
Why This Recipe is a Total Showstopper
The Ultimate Flavor Trio: It perfectly captures the holy trinity of Elvis’s favorite flavors: sweet banana, salty-sweet peanut butter, and rich chocolate.
Effortless “Sheet Cake” Simplicity: Mixed in one bowl and baked in a simple jelly roll pan, it’s the easiest way to serve a dessert to a party-sized crowd.
Unbeatable Moisture: The use of mashed bananas and buttermilk ensures an incredibly tender, moist crumb that stays that way for days.
A Conversation Piece: This cake isn’t just dessert; it’s a story. It’s guaranteed to be the topic of conversation at any potluck, party, or family gathering.
Gathering Your Ingredients: A Royal Lineup
This recipe builds layers of flavor that honor The King’s famous palate.
For the Banana Cake Base:
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
1 cup water
½ cup buttermilk (or milk + ½ tbsp lemon juice)
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2-3 medium bananas)
For the Peanut Butter Swirl:
½ cup creamy peanut butter
⅓ cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons milk
For the Chocolate Frosting:
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