Peanut Butter Cup Dump Cake

Indulge in the decadent flavors of chocolate and peanut butter with this Peanut Butter Cup Dump Cake. A fan favorite on the blog, this recipe is a delight for anyone who loves Reese’s. It’s incredibly easy to make and perfect for any gathering or as a special treat.

Ingredients

• 2 boxes chocolate cake mixes (15.25 oz/432g each)
• 1 package instant chocolate pudding mix (3.9 oz/110g)
• 1 ½ cups milk (375mL)
• 1 bag Reese’s peanut butter cups minis (8 oz/226g, unwrapped)
• ½ cup creamy peanut butter
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened (227g)
• 1 cup powdered sugar (105g)
• ¼ cup heavy whipping cream (57g)
• 1 stick butter, melted (113g)
• 8 ounces Cool Whip (225g)
• 1 bag Reese’s peanut butter cups miniatures (12 oz/340g, unwrapped and chopped)
• Chocolate syrup for garnish

Directions

1. Prepare the Oven and Pan:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Coat a 13×9-inch baking pan with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of the cake.
2. Mix and Layer the First Batter:
   • In a large bowl, combine one box of the chocolate cake mix with the chocolate pudding mix and milk. Stir until well blended. Fold in the bag of Reese’s mini cups and pour the mixture into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly.
3. Prepare the Peanut Butter Layer:
   • In another bowl, beat together the cream cheese, peanut butter, powdered sugar, and cream until smooth. Carefully spread this mixture over the cake batter in the pan.
4. Add the Second Cake Layer:
   • Sprinkle the dry cake mix from the second box evenly over the cream cheese mixture. Drizzle the melted butter over the top, ensuring it covers the mix as much as possible.
5. Bake:
   • Place the pan in the oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is nicely browned and the edges start to pull away from the sides of the pan.
6. Cool and Decorate:
   • Let the cake cool completely in the pan. Once cool, spread the Cool Whip over the top and sprinkle with chopped Reese’s miniatures.
7. Serve:
   • Drizzle chocolate syrup over the cake just before serving for an extra touch of chocolatey goodness.

Storage

• Store the cake covered in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.

This Peanut Butter Cup Dump Cake is not only a treat to your taste buds but also a spectacle for the eyes, making it a perfect centerpiece for your dessert table. Easy to prepare and even easier to enjoy, this cake is a guaranteed hit wherever it’s served!