Peanut Butter Cup Dump Cake Recipe

Introduction

This Peanut Butter Cup Dump Cake is an effortless dessert that combines rich peanut butter, sweet chocolate, and moist cake in one delicious dish. Perfect for peanut butter lovers, it requires minimal prep and delivers maximum flavor in every bite.

Ingredients

• 1 box yellow cake mix
• 1 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
• 1 cup mini peanut butter cups, chopped
• 1 cup chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup butter, melted
• 1 cup chopped Reese’s or other peanut butter candies
• Chocolate syrup (optional, for drizzling)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Step 2: Scatter the chopped mini peanut butter cups and chocolate chips evenly across the bottom of the prepared dish.
3. Step 3: Drizzle the sweetened condensed milk over the candy layer, ensuring it covers evenly.
4. Step 4: Dollop the creamy peanut butter throughout the dish in small spoonfuls.
5. Step 5: Sprinkle the yellow cake mix evenly on top of the ingredients without stirring anything together.
6. Step 6: Pour the melted butter evenly over the cake mix, allowing it to soak in.
7. Step 7: Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the cake is bubbling around the edges.
8. Step 8: Let the cake cool slightly, then top with extra chopped peanut butter candies. Drizzle with chocolate syrup if desired before serving.

Tips & Variations

• Use crunchy peanut butter instead of creamy for added texture.
• Try substituting chocolate chips with butterscotch or white chocolate chips for a different flavor twist.
• For a nut-free version, skip the peanut butter cups and use chocolate chips only.
• Make sure not to stir layers—it’s the key to the “dump cake” texture with a crisp top and gooey bottom.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days. Reheat gently in the microwave for 20–30 seconds to soften before serving. This cake is best enjoyed within a few days for optimal freshness.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use a different cake mix instead of yellow?

Yes, white or spice cake mixes also work well and can add a unique flavor dimension. Avoid chocolate cake mixes as they may overpower the peanut butter flavor.

Do I need to stir the ingredients before baking?

No, the beauty of a dump cake is layering the ingredients without stirring. This creates a crisp cake topping with a gooey, candy-filled base.

Peanut Butter Cup Dump Cake Recipe

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This Peanut Butter Cup Dump Cake is a decadent, easy-to-make dessert perfect for peanut butter lovers. A buttery yellow cake mix is layered over mini peanut butter cups and chocolate chips, then baked to golden perfection. The sweetened condensed milk and creamy peanut butter create a rich, gooey texture, topped with extra chopped candies for added crunch and chocolate syrup drizzle for an indulgent finish.

• Author: Bella
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 40 minutes
• Total Time: 50 minutes
• Yield: 12 servings 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Cake Layer

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

Candy and Filling

• 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 the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
2. Layer the Candies: Evenly scatter the chopped mini peanut butter cups and chocolate chips across the bottom of the prepared baking dish, ensuring a uniform candy base.
3. Add Sweetened Condensed Milk: Drizzle the entire can of sweetened condensed milk evenly over the candy layer, which adds gooey sweetness as it bakes.
4. Dollop Peanut Butter: Spoon dollops of creamy peanut butter throughout the baking dish on top of the condensed milk layer, distributing it randomly for pockets of peanut butter flavor.
5. Sprinkle Cake Mix: Without stirring, sprinkle the yellow cake mix evenly over the entire dish to create the cake topping that will absorb the flavors below.
6. Pour Melted Butter: Pour the melted butter evenly over the cake mix, saturating it to help it bake into a moist, golden crust.
7. Bake: Place the dish in the oven and bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbling, indicating it’s cooked through.
8. Cool and Finish: Allow the cake to cool slightly before topping it with the extra chopped peanut butter candies and an optional drizzle of chocolate syrup for extra decadence.

Notes

• Do not stir the layers once assembled to maintain the ‘dump cake’ texture with distinct layers.
• The dish is very rich; serving in smaller portions is recommended.
• Use creamy peanut butter for smooth dollops; chunky peanut butter will alter texture.
• Let the cake cool for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow it to set.
• Store leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.

Keywords: peanut butter, dump cake, easy dessert, peanut butter cups, chocolate dessert, layered cake