What can I substitute for peanut butter cups in the Peanut Butter Cup Dump Cake Delight?

If you don’t have peanut butter cups, you can easily swap in chopped chocolate bars, peanut butter chips, or even caramel-filled candies. The goal is to use something that melts slightly and blends with the chocolate cake mix for that gooey result.

How long should I bake the Peanut Butter Cup Dump Cake Delight?

Bake it in a preheated 350°F oven for about 30 to 40 minutes. Start checking around 30 minutes—when the edges are set and the center still jiggles slightly, it’s ready to come out.

How do I prevent the dump cake from being too soggy or too dry?

To avoid sogginess, don’t overload the pan with wet mix-ins and ensure the batter isn’t overly liquid. For dryness, check the cake a bit early to preserve that fudge-like center and allow it to cool slightly before slicing so the structure sets properly.

Can I turn this into individual servings of the Peanut Butter Cup Dump Cake Delight?

Yes. Use ramekins or muffin tins instead of a large 9×13-inch pan. Adjust the bake time—smaller portions will bake faster (often around 20-25 minutes)—and you’ll still get that gooey chocolate-peanut butter center in each serving.

Peanut Butter Cup Dump Cake Delight – 5 Irresistible Reasons You’ll Love It

Name: Peanut Butter Cup Dump Cake Delight
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 12 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 box (15.25 oz) chocolate cake mix; 1 1/2 cups milk; 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted; 1 cup creamy peanut butter; 1 1/2 cups chopped mini peanut butter cups; 1/2 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or milk); 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; Pinch of salt

Description

A warm, gooey dessert made with chocolate cake mix, creamy peanut butter, and mini peanut butter cups — a comforting, crowd-pleasing treat that’s simple to make and irresistibly rich.

Ingredients

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1 box (15.25 oz) chocolate cake mix
1 ½ cups milk
½ cup melted butter (unsalted)
1 cup creamy peanut butter
1 ½ cups chopped mini peanut butter cups
½ cup chocolate chips
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Pour milk and melted butter into the pan, then sprinkle the cake mix evenly over the top.
Add spoonfuls of peanut butter and scatter chopped peanut butter cups and chocolate chips evenly.
Bake for 35–40 minutes until the edges are set and the center is slightly gooey.
Cool for 15 minutes before serving warm with ice cream or whipped cream.

Notes

For extra flavor, drizzle melted peanut butter over the top before serving.
Use devil’s food cake mix for a richer chocolate flavor.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to five days.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 piece
Calories: 420
Sugar: 38g
Sodium: 290mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 11g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 48g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 7g
Cholesterol: 25mg