Peanut Butter Cup Dump Cake Recipe

This Peanut Butter Cup Dump Cake is a rich, gooey dessert that comes together in minutes—no mixing bowls required. With layers of chocolate cake mix, peanut butter cups, and melted butter, it bakes into a warm, melty masterpiece perfect for any occasion. It’s easy, crowd-pleasing, and made for real life. Whether you're hosting or just craving something sweet, this dump cake delivers indulgent flavor with barely any effort.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 35

Total Time 7

Servings: 8

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 420

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

1 box chocolate cake mix2 cups mini peanut butter cups (halved or whole)1 cup chocolate chips1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted

Method

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Spread peanut butter cups and chocolate chips evenly in the dish.
Sprinkle the dry cake mix evenly over the top—don’t stir.
Pour the melted butter evenly over the surface of the cake mix.
Bake for 35–40 minutes, until the top is golden and bubbling.
Let cool for 10 minutes before serving warm. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 165gCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 5gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 340mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 3gSugar: 36gVitamin A: 380IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 90mgIron: 2.2mg

Notes

Add crushed pretzels, caramel bits, or drizzle sweetened condensed milk before baking for extra decadence.
Store covered at room temperature up to 4 days or refrigerate for 6.
Reheat individual portions for 15–20 seconds in the microwave to restore gooey texture.

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