A Peanut Butter Cup Dump Cake is a super easy and indulgent dessert that combines the rich flavor of peanut butter and chocolate with minimal effort! Here’s how to make this delicious treat:
Peanut Butter Cup Dump Cake Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 box chocolate cake mix (about 15.25 oz)
- 1 cup peanut butter (smooth or chunky)
- 1/2 cup butter (1 stick), melted
- 1 1/2 cups miniature peanut butter cups (such as Reese’s)
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips or semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup water
Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare the Baking Dish:
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray or butter to prevent the cake from sticking.
3. Add the Cake Mix:
- Evenly spread the chocolate cake mix in the bottom of the prepared baking dish. You do not need to prepare the cake mix according to the package instructions — just dump it in as is.
4. Add the Peanut Butter:
- Drop spoonfuls of peanut butter randomly over the dry cake mix. Don’t worry about spreading it out; it will melt as it bakes and incorporate into the cake.
5. Add Butter and Water:
- Pour the melted butter evenly over the peanut butter and cake mix.
- Then pour water over the entire dish.
6. Add the Chocolate:
- Sprinkle the miniature peanut butter cups and chocolate chips over the top of the cake mixture.
7. Bake the Dump Cake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the cake is set around the edges. The center will be soft and gooey, which is what makes this dump cake so delicious!
8. Cool and Serve:
- Allow the dump cake to cool for a few minutes before serving. It can be served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for extra indulgence.
Tips:
- For extra peanut butter flavor: You can swirl some extra peanut butter into the cake before baking for an even richer flavor.
- Store leftovers: This cake can be stored at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Serve it warm: Dump cakes are always best when served warm, especially with ice cream or whipped cream on top!
Enjoy your Peanut Butter Cup Dump Cake—it’s a fun and easy dessert that’s sure to satisfy your sweet tooth!
