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bowl peanut butter cup dump cake delight devours time Recipe

bowl peanut butter cup dump cake delight devours time Recipe
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This Peanut Butter Cup Dump Cake Delight is an easy, decadent dessert combining layers of creamy peanut butter, rich chocolate cake mix, and melty peanut butter cups and chocolate chips. Perfect for peanut butter and chocolate lovers, it requires minimal prep and bakes into a fudgy, comforting treat with a delightful ribbon of peanut butter throughout.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 box chocolate cake mix (preferably devil’s food)

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups milk (whole milk preferred)
  • 1/2 cup melted butter (real butter for best flavor)
  • 1 cup peanut butter (creamy or crunchy, room temperature)

Toppings

  • 1 cup mini peanut butter cups
  • 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
  2. Spread Peanut Butter Layer: Let the peanut butter sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes to soften. Then spread it evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish using a butter knife or offset spatula, ensuring full coverage.
  3. Mix Cake Batter: In a large bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, melted butter, and milk. Whisk until smooth with no dry pockets, allowing a few small lumps. The batter should be thick but pourable; adjust thickness by adding more milk or a tablespoon of flour if needed.
  4. Assemble Cake: Pour the chocolate batter evenly over the peanut butter layer in the pan. Then sprinkle the mini peanut butter cups and chocolate chips evenly on top; they will sink slightly as it bakes.
  5. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes. The cake is done when edges slightly pull away from the pan and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs but no wet batter.
  6. Cool and Serve: Let the cake cool in the pan for at least 15 minutes. This resting time helps the layers set, making it easier to cut clean slices. Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally with vanilla ice cream.

Notes

  • Let peanut butter come to room temperature for easier spreading and better texture.
  • Use mini peanut butter cups for even melting and ideal pockets of flavor.
  • Butter spray or rubbing the baking dish with butter prevents sticking and ensures clean slices.
  • Check your oven temperature with a thermometer to avoid overbaking; start checking for doneness at 30 minutes.
  • Store leftover cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days; it tastes even better the next day.
  • Freeze leftover slices up to 1 month; thaw at room temperature before serving.
  • Substitute almond butter for peanut butter for a different nutty flavor.
  • Dark chocolate chips reduce sweetness; white chocolate chips add decadence.
  • Milk alternatives like oat or almond milk can be used but may slightly alter richness.
  • One non-negotiable is the chocolate cake mix—it provides the structure and flavor backbone.
  • Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an indulgent dessert experience.

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