Ingredients
Ingredients You’ll Need:
- 1 box chocolate cake mix
- 1 (3.9 oz) box instant chocolate pudding mix
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1 cup mini peanut butter cups, chopped
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped peanuts (optional)
- Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream (for serving)
Instructions
Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray to prevent the cake from sticking.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the instant chocolate pudding mix, whole milk, creamy peanut butter, and melted butter. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and well combined. The peanut butter will add richness and a velvety texture to the cake.
Next, dump the entire box of chocolate cake mix into the bowl with the wet ingredients. Mix everything together using a spoon or spatula until fully incorporated. You should have a thick, slightly lumpy batter. This is normal the cake mix will work its magic during baking.
Pour the batter into the prepared 9×13-inch baking dish. Spread it out evenly so it covers the bottom of the dish. Don’t worry if the batter seems a bit thick; it will spread and bake into a moist, fudgy cake.
Now, it’s time to add the fun part! Sprinkle the chopped mini peanut butter cups and milk chocolate chips over the top of the cake batter. These little bits of peanut butter and chocolate will melt into the cake, creating delicious pockets of gooey goodness throughout. For an extra crunch, you can also sprinkle chopped peanuts on top if you like a little added texture.
Place the baking dish into the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes. The top will become golden brown, and the center should be soft but set. You’ll notice the peanut butter cups and chocolate chips beginning to melt into the cake.
Check the cake after 30 minutes by inserting a toothpick into the center. If it comes out with a few moist crumbs, it’s ready to come out of the oven. If it’s still too gooey, let it bake for another 5 minutes and check again.
Once the cake is done baking, remove it from the oven and allow it to cool for 10-15 minutes. This allows the flavors to settle and the cake to firm up a bit. Serve it warm with a generous dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. The cool creaminess will balance the warm, gooey cake perfectly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Sodium: 350mg
- Protein: 5