Peanut Butter Cup Dump Cake Recipe
Introduction
Peanut Butter Cup Dump Cake is a quick and delicious dessert that combines rich chocolate with peanut butter goodness. With just four simple ingredients and minimal prep, it’s perfect for satisfying a sweet tooth with very little effort.
Ingredients
- 1 box (15.25 oz) chocolate cake mix
- 1 small box (3.4 oz) instant chocolate pudding mix
- 1 cup milk (whole milk recommended)
- 1 package (8 oz) mini peanut butter cups, roughly chopped
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together the instant pudding mix and milk until fully combined.
- Step 2: Stir in the chocolate cake mix until the batter is thick and well blended.
- Step 3: Fold the roughly chopped peanut butter cups into the batter evenly.
- Step 4: Pour the mixture into a greased 13 x 9 inch baking dish and spread it out evenly.
- Step 5: Bake at 180°C (350°F) for about 25 minutes, or until a skewer inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Step 6: Allow to cool slightly before serving, or enjoy warm for an extra gooey treat.
Tips & Variations
- Avoid overmixing to keep the cake tender; stop once ingredients are combined.
- Chop peanut butter cups into varying sizes for pockets of melted peanut butter throughout the cake.
- The thick batter is normal and bakes into a moist, fudgy texture.
- Check for doneness starting at 20 minutes, as ovens vary.
- Serve warm with vanilla ice cream for a classic pairing.
Storage
Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat slices in the microwave for 15-20 seconds. For longer storage, freeze individual slices wrapped in plastic wrap inside a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
What is a dump cake?
A dump cake is a simple dessert where all ingredients are “dumped” together and baked without complex mixing or layering. Traditional dump cakes often combine cake mix, fruit, and butter; this version uses pudding and milk to achieve a moist, fudgy texture.
Can I use a different flavour of cake mix?
Yes, you can experiment with other cake mix flavors, but chocolate pairs best with the peanut butter cups to create a rich, balanced dessert.
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Peanut Butter Cup Dump Cake Recipe
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
Description
This Peanut Butter Cup Dump Cake is a quick and easy dessert made with just four pantry-friendly ingredients. Combining chocolate cake mix, instant chocolate pudding, milk, and chopped peanut butter cups, this cake bakes up moist, fudgy, and packed with pockets of melted peanut butter. Perfect for a last-minute treat, it requires minimal equipment and comes together in under 45 minutes.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 15.25 oz (1 box) chocolate cake mix
- 3.4 oz (1 small box) instant chocolate pudding mix
Wet Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups whole milk
Add-Ins
- 8 oz package mini peanut butter cups, roughly chopped
Instructions
- Mix The Pudding And Milk: In a large bowl, whisk together the instant pudding mix and milk until fully combined to create a smooth base.
- Add The Cake Mix: Stir in the chocolate cake mix until the batter is thick and well blended, ensuring not to overmix.
- Fold In The Peanut Butter Cups: Roughly chop the peanut butter cups and gently fold them into the thick batter to distribute evenly.
- Bake: Pour the batter into a greased 13 x 9 inch baking dish and spread it evenly. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for about 25 minutes or until a skewer inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool slightly before serving, though it’s best enjoyed warm.
Notes
- Don’t overmix the batter to avoid a tough cake texture.
- Chop peanut butter cups into varying sizes for melty peanut butter pockets.
- The batter will be thicker than traditional cake batter; this is normal.
- Check for doneness starting at 20 minutes to prevent overbaking.
- Serve warm with vanilla ice cream for an indulgent treat.
- Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat before serving.
- Freeze individual slices wrapped tightly for up to 3 months; thaw in fridge before reheating.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: peanut butter cup dump cake, chocolate dump cake, easy dessert, quick cake recipe, pantry dessert, chocolate peanut butter dessert
