Introduction

Peanut Butter Cup Dump Cake is a quick and indulgent dessert that combines the rich flavors of chocolate and peanut butter with minimal effort. With just a few pantry staples and no complicated steps, it’s perfect for satisfying sweet cravings any day of the week.

A baked dessert in a clear glass square dish with a rich, dark brown top layer that looks soft and moist, mixed with a lighter, golden brown batter swirled throughout. Scattered on the surface are small, shiny chocolate peanut butter cup pieces adding an extra textured layer. The dish is placed on a white marbled texture with a folded striped cloth and a large silver spoon in the background. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

15.25 oz chocolate cake mix (any brand)
3.4 oz instant chocolate pudding mix
1½ cups milk (whole milk preferred)
8 oz mini peanut butter cups, roughly chopped

Instructions

Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the instant chocolate pudding mix and milk until well combined.
Step 2: Stir in the chocolate cake mix until the mixture is thick and fully blended.
Step 3: Fold the roughly chopped peanut butter cups into the batter, ensuring an even distribution.
Step 4: Pour the batter into a greased 13 x 9 inch baking dish and spread it evenly. Bake at 180°C (350°F) for about 25 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 5: Allow the cake to cool slightly before serving. It’s delicious warm, especially with vanilla ice cream.

Tips & Variations

Don’t overmix the batter once combined to avoid a tough texture.
Chop the peanut butter cups into varying sizes for pockets of melted peanut butter throughout the cake.
The batter will be thicker than typical cake batter – this is normal and results in a fudgy texture.
Start checking for doneness at 20 minutes to prevent overbaking, as ovens vary.
Try swapping peanut butter cups for your favorite chocolate bars or adding chocolate chips for extra richness.
Serve with ice cream, whipped cream, or hot fudge sauce for a decadent dessert.

Storage

Store any leftover cake covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat individual slices in the microwave for 15–20 seconds to enjoy warm. You can also freeze the cake for up to 3 months by wrapping slices in plastic wrap and placing them in a freezer-safe container. Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating.

How to Serve

The image shows a baked dessert in a clear glass square dish placed on a white marbled texture. The dessert has two clear layers: a dark, rough, chocolatey top layer with a craggy surface texture and a lighter brown, gooey layer beneath that peeks through the top in swirls. The top layer is studded with scattered round and mini peanut butter cup pieces that add a shiny and smooth texture contrast. A metal spatula rests on a white cloth with blue stripes at the back. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

What is a dump cake?

A dump cake is a simple dessert where all the ingredients are combined or “dumped” into a bowl or baking dish and baked without elaborate preparation. Traditional versions often layer cake mix, fruit, and butter, but this recipe uses pudding and milk to achieve a moist, fudgy texture with minimal effort.

Can I use a different flavour of cake mix?

Yes, you can substitute the chocolate cake mix with other flavors such as vanilla or peanut butter to create a different twist. Just keep in mind how the flavors will pair with the peanut butter cups for the best results.