Decadent Chocolate Peanut Butter Poke Cake to Impress Friends

A delectable Chocolate Peanut Butter Poke Cake that blends rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter for the ultimate dessert experience.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Cooling Time 10

Total Time 55

Servings: 12 slices

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cake

1 box Chocolate Cake Mix Use for a rich base.
3 large Eggs Follow package instructions.
1/2 cup Oil Adds moisture.
1 cup Water Room temperature.

For the Peanut Butter Filling

1 cup Peanut Butter Creamy or natural.
1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk Keeps it creamy.
1/2 cup Regular Milk Any type works.

For the Topping

2 cups Whipped Cream Stabilized ideal.
1 cup Crushed Peanut Butter Cups Add texture.

Equipment

9x13-inch baking dish
Mixing bowl
whisk
wire rack

Method

Baking Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Prepare the chocolate cake mix according to package instructions, incorporating eggs, oil, and water.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, checking for doneness.
Once baked, cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
In a medium bowl, whisk together peanut butter, sweetened condensed milk, and regular milk.
Poke holes in the cooled cake and pour the peanut butter mixture over it.
Spread whipped cream over the top and sprinkle crushed peanut butter cups.
Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure the cake is adequately cooled before poking holes to prevent sogginess. Chill before serving for enhanced flavors.

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