Ingredients
1 box (15.25 oz) chocolate cake mix
1 cup creamy peanut butter
1 cup milk
1 cup chopped peanut butter cups (such as Reese’s)
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup chocolate chips (optional)
1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional, for added crunch)
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and generously grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, creamy peanut butter, and milk. Stir until just combined; do not worry about small lumps.
Step 3: Gently fold in the chopped peanut butter cups and chocolate chips (if using) until they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Step 4: Pour the cake batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Step 5: Drizzle the melted unsalted butter evenly over the top of the cake batter. If desired, sprinkle chopped nuts over the top for added texture and crunch.
Step 6: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 7: Allow the dump cake to cool for about 10-15 minutes before serving. This brief cooling period helps the cake set slightly, making it easier to scoop and enjoy. Serve warm.
Notes
This dump cake is best served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra special treat!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 1/8th of cake)
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
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