Description
If you’re a fan of peanut butter cups and chocolate, you’re in for a treat with this delicious and indulgent Peanut Butter Cup Dump Cake. This recipe combines a classic box chocolate cake mix with creamy peanut butter, rich chocolate chips, and chopped peanut butter cups to create a dessert that’s both easy to make and irresistibly tasty. Ideal for any gathering or just to satisfy a sweet tooth, this dessert will quickly become a favorite. Let’s dive into the details of making this scrumptious treat.
Ingredients
- 1 box chocolate cake mix
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup peanut butter cups, chopped
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for optional topping)
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray or butter.
Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until well incorporated and the batter is smooth.
Step 3: Gently fold in the chocolate chips and half of the chopped peanut butter cups into the batter. Make sure they are evenly distributed.
Step 4: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish. Use a spatula to spread it evenly.
Step 5: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the creamy peanut butter in 20-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth and runny. Drizzle the melted peanut butter over the cake batter.
Step 6: Sprinkle the remaining chopped peanut butter cups on top of the cake batter.
Step 7: Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Variation: To add a crunchy texture, consider adding crushed pretzels or chopped nuts to the top of the cake before baking. For a richer flavor, substitute half of the milk with brewed coffee.
Notes
- Using room temperature eggs will ensure they blend more smoothly into the batter.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of peanut butter cups based on your personal preference for sweetness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes