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Peanut Butter Cup Dump Cake

Peanut Butter Cup Dump Cake: Easy, Gooey Bliss in Minutes

Indulge in this easy-to-make Peanut Butter Cup Dump Cake, combining chocolate, peanut butter, and caramel for a gooey treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Base
  • 1 box Chocolate Fudge Cake Mix Consider using dark chocolate for added depth.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Dairy-free alternative is an option.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter, Melted Always use unsalted to control sweetness.
For the Pudding Layer
  • 1 box Instant Chocolate Pudding Mix Boosts fudgy texture.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Opt for dark chocolate chips for a richer twist.
  • 1 cup Mini Peanut Butter Cups Star ingredient; feel free to swap with Snickers or Rolos.
  • 1/2 cup Caramel Sauce Drizzle generously for extra indulgence.
  • 1 cup Crushed Graham Crackers or Biscoff Cookies Adds crunch to balance the soft texture.
  • 1/2 cup Sweetened Condensed Milk Optional, for richer gooeyness.
For Preparation
  • 1 can Nonstick Cooking Spray or Parchment Paper Essential for preventing sticking.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Evenly sprinkle the chocolate fudge cake mix over the bottom of your greased baking dish.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the instant chocolate pudding mix with the cold whole milk until smooth.
  4. Gently drizzle the melted unsalted butter over the pudding layer.
  5. Scatter semi-sweet chocolate chips and halved mini peanut butter cups over the pudding layer.
  6. Pour caramel sauce generously over the surface.
  7. Sprinkle the crushed graham crackers or Biscoff cookies evenly over the entire surface.
  8. Place your prepared baking dish in the oven and bake for 35–40 minutes until the edges are bubbling and the center is just set.
  9. Let your Peanut Butter Cup Dump Cake cool for about 10–15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 4IUCalcium: 6mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Serve warm for an indulgent experience, especially when paired with vanilla ice cream.

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