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Close-up of a decadent Peanut Butter Cup Dump Cake, layered with peanut butter, chocolate, and a rich chocolate ganache.

Peanut Butter Cup Dump Cake

A rich and indulgent dessert featuring peanut butter cups, chocolate, and a golden cake crust. Perfect for satisfying any sweet tooth.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 people
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 box 1 box yellow cake mix
  • 1 cup 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 can 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup 1 cup mini peanut butter cups, chopped chopped
  • 1 cup 1 cup chocolate chips
  • 0.5 cup 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 1 cup 1 cup chopped Reese’s or other peanut butter candies chopped
  • Chocolate syrup (optional, for drizzling) optional, for drizzling

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Scatter chopped peanut butter cups and chocolate chips evenly across the bottom of the dish.
  • Drizzle sweetened condensed milk over the candy layer, then dollop creamy peanut butter throughout the dish.
  • Sprinkle yellow cake mix evenly on top without stirring, then pour melted butter evenly over the cake mix.
  • Bake for 40–45 minutes, until top is golden brown and bubbling.
  • Let cool slightly, then top with extra chopped candy and drizzle with chocolate syrup if desired.

Notes

Let the cake cool slightly before serving to ensure the toppings stay intact and the cake holds its structure better.
Keyword peanut butter