Peanut Butter Cup Dump Cake

Peanut butter cup dump cake is a rich, gooey dessert made with layers of peanut butter, chocolate, and cake mix. It’s simple to make, requires minimal prep, and is perfect for peanut butter lovers. This easy recipe is great for potlucks, parties, or whenever you need a quick, crowd-pleasing treat.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Only a few simple ingredients.
No mixing bowls required — just layer and bake.
Perfect combination of chocolate and peanut butter flavors.
Great for serving a crowd or making ahead.

Ingredients

1 box chocolate cake mix
½ cup creamy peanut butter, slightly melted
2 cups chopped peanut butter cups
1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
1 stick (½ cup) unsalted butter, melted
½ cup chocolate chips (optional for extra richness)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Sprinkle half of the chopped peanut butter cups evenly in the bottom of the dish.
Drizzle peanut butter over the candy layer.
Pour the sweetened condensed milk evenly over the peanut butter.
Sprinkle the dry chocolate cake mix evenly on top.
Drizzle melted butter evenly over the cake mix.
Top with the remaining peanut butter cups and chocolate chips if using.
Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the top is set and bubbly around the edges.
Let cool for 15 minutes before serving warm or at room temperature.

Tips and Variations

Use mini peanut butter cups for easier layering.
Add chopped peanuts for extra crunch.
Substitute white cake mix for a different flavor combination.
Drizzle with caramel sauce before serving for added sweetness.
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream for a decadent dessert.

Serving Ideas

Peanut butter cup dump cake is best served warm and gooey. It’s perfect for birthday parties, holiday gatherings, or a simple family dessert night.

This recipe delivers layers of chocolatey, peanut buttery goodness with minimal effort, making it a must-try for dessert lovers.