Description
This indulgent Chocolate Peanut Butter Poke Cake features a rich, moist chocolate cake filled with a creamy peanut butter and sweetened condensed milk mixture. Topped with fluffy whipped topping and a sprinkle of mini chocolate chips and chopped Reese’s, it’s a dessert that combines the best of both chocolate and peanut butter. Perfect for any occasion or as a crowd-pleasing treat!
Ingredients
For the Cake
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1 box (425 g) chocolate cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box, typically eggs, oil, and water)
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1 cup (250 ml) creamy peanut butter
For the Filling
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1 can (14 oz / 397 g) sweetened condensed milk
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½ cup (125 ml) creamy peanut butter, melted
For the Topping
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1 container (8 oz / 225 g) whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
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½ cup (50 g) mini chocolate chips or chocolate shavings (optional)
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½ cup (75 g) chopped Reese’s or peanut butter cups (optional)
Instructions
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Prepare the Cake: Preheat your oven according to the package directions for the cake mix. Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking dish.
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Bake the Cake: Prepare the cake mix according to the instructions on the box, but stir in 1 cup of creamy peanut butter into the cake batter. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake as directed on the box (usually 30–35 minutes). Let the cake cool in the pan for about 15 minutes.
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Poke the Cake: Once the cake has cooled slightly, use the handle of a wooden spoon or a skewer to poke holes all over the cake, about 1 inch apart.
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Make the Filling: In a medium bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk and the ½ cup of melted peanut butter until smooth. Pour this mixture over the cake, filling the holes and letting it soak into the cake.
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Chill the Cake: Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour to allow the filling to set.
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Top the Cake: Spread the thawed whipped topping evenly over the chilled cake.
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Add the Toppings: Sprinkle with mini chocolate chips and chopped Reese’s or peanut butter cups (if desired).
- Serve: Slice into squares and serve chilled.
Notes
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For extra peanut butter flavor, drizzle more melted peanut butter over the top before serving.
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If you prefer, you can use any chocolate cake mix or even make a homemade cake.
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This cake is best served chilled, as the filling firms up and the flavors meld together.
- Keep leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American