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Peanut Butter Cup Dump Cake Recipe

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  • Author: Zoe
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Description

This Peanut Butter Cup Dump Cake is a rich and indulgent dessert featuring layers of chocolate, creamy peanut butter, and chunks of peanut butter candies. It requires minimal preparation and delivers maximum flavor, making it perfect for potlucks, parties, or whenever you’re craving a decadent treat. Simply layer the ingredients, bake, and enjoy a gooey, textured delight with a golden-brown crust.

Ingredients

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Cake Layer

  • 1 box yellow cake mix
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted

Chocolate and Peanut Butter Layer

  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup mini peanut butter cups, chopped
  • 1 cup chocolate chips
  • 1 cup chopped Reese’s or other peanut butter candies

Optional Topping

  • Chocolate syrup (for drizzling)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prepare for the layers.
  2. Layer Candies: Evenly scatter chopped mini peanut butter cups and chocolate chips across the bottom of the prepared baking dish for a rich chocolate and peanut butter base.
  3. Add Sweetened Condensed Milk: Drizzle the entire can of sweetened condensed milk over the candy layer to add moisture and sweetness.
  4. Dollop Peanut Butter: Spoon dollops of creamy peanut butter evenly across the dish to create pockets of rich peanut butter flavor throughout.
  5. Add Cake Mix: Sprinkle the yellow cake mix evenly on top of the peanut butter and candy layers without stirring to form the cake crust.
  6. Pour Melted Butter: Evenly pour the melted butter over the surface of the cake mix to help it bake into a golden, crisp topping.
  7. Bake the Cake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40 to 45 minutes, until the top is golden brown and bubbling, indicating the layers have melded together.
  8. Cool and Garnish: Let the cake cool slightly before topping with extra chopped peanut butter candies and drizzling chocolate syrup if desired, adding extra texture and flavor.

Notes

  • Use creamy peanut butter for easy dolloping and better texture throughout the cake.
  • Do not stir the layers after adding the cake mix to maintain the dump cake texture.
  • Allow the cake to cool a bit before serving to help it set and make slicing easier.
  • Feel free to substitute chopped peanut butter candies with any peanut butter or chocolate candies you prefer.
  • This dessert is best served warm but can be refrigerated and reheated.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Peanut Butter Cup Dump Cake, peanut butter dessert, easy dump cake, layered cake, chocolate peanut butter dessert, no-fuss dessert

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