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bowl peanut butter cup dump cake

Bowl Peanut Butter Cup Dump Cake: A Fudgy Dessert Dream

This bowl peanut butter cup dump cake combines rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter into a simple, delightful dessert everyone will love.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup Peanut Butter Adds richness and flavor; keep it at room temperature for easy spreading.
  • 1 box Chocolate Cake Mix Serves as the base layer; you can switch it for yellow or vanilla cake mix for a lighter taste.
  • 1/2 cup Melted Butter Contributes moisture and richness; opt for unsalted for better flavor control.
  • 1 cup Milk Hydrates the cake mix to reach the right batter consistency; any variety of milk is fine.
  • 1 cup Mini Peanut Butter Cups/Chocolate Chips Enhance flavor and add delightful texture; feel free to substitute with different candies for variety.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Spread room temperature peanut butter evenly across the bottom of the greased dish.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, melted butter, and milk. Stir until smooth with slight lumps remaining.
  4. Pour the prepared batter over the peanut butter layer, spreading it to cover every inch.
  5. Sprinkle mini peanut butter cups and chocolate chips on top of the batter, then bake for 35-40 minutes.
  6. Remove from oven and allow to cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 120mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure peanut butter is at room temperature for easy spreading. Avoid overmixing the batter for a fudgy texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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