Peanut Butter Dump Cake: Easy, Gooey, Irresistible Dessert You’ll Crave
Abby Martin
This peanut butter dump cake is gooey, rich, and completely fuss-free. Made with cake mix, peanut butter, and a few pantry staples, it’s perfect for a cozy dessert any time.
Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 35 minutes mins
Total Time 40 minutes mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 9 servings
Calories 390 kcal
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 box yellow cake mix or chocolate
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips optional
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2. Spread peanut butter evenly across the bottom of the dish.
3. Drizzle sweetened condensed milk over the peanut butter layer.
4. Sprinkle cake mix evenly over the entire surface—don’t mix.
5. Pour melted butter evenly over the top. Do not stir.
6. Add chocolate chips if using. Bake for 35–40 minutes until golden and bubbling.
7. Cool for 10 minutes before serving warm with ice cream.
Swap yellow cake mix for chocolate or spice cake to change flavor.
Drizzle with caramel or top with pretzels for a salty twist.
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