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Chocolate Peanut Butter Poke Cake Recipe

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  • Author: Lily
  • Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Description

This Chocolate Peanut Butter Poke Cake combines the rich flavors of chocolate cake with creamy peanut butter in a unique poke-and-fill method, resulting in a moist, decadent dessert topped with whipped cream and chocolate accents. It’s perfect for chocolate and peanut butter lovers looking for an easy-to-make, crowd-pleasing treat.

Ingredients

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Cake

  • 1 box (425 g) chocolate cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box: eggs, oil, and water)
  • 1 cup (250 ml) creamy peanut butter

Filling

  • 1 can (14 oz / 397 g) sweetened condensed milk
  • 0.5 cup (125 ml) creamy peanut butter, melted

Topping

  • 1 container (8 oz / 225 g) whipped topping, thawed
  • 0.5 cup (50 g) mini chocolate chips or chocolate shavings (optional)
  • 0.5 cup (75 g) chopped Reese’s or peanut butter cups (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare and Bake the Cake: Preheat your oven according to the directions on the cake mix box. Grease and lightly flour a 9×13-inch baking dish. Prepare the cake mix as directed on the box, then stir in 1 cup of creamy peanut butter until the batter is smooth. Pour the batter into the prepared dish and bake as instructed, typically for 30–35 minutes.
  2. Cool and Poke the Cake: Allow the baked cake to cool for about 15 minutes. Using the handle of a wooden spoon or a skewer, poke holes evenly over the surface about 1 inch apart, ensuring the holes penetrate through the cake.
  3. Prepare and Pour the Filling: In a bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk and the melted peanut butter until smooth and pourable. Slowly pour this mixture over the cake, allowing it to fill all the holes evenly. Let the cake absorb the filling completely for best flavor.
  4. Chill the Cake: Place the cake in the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 hour. This allows the flavors to meld and the filling to firm up slightly.
  5. Add the Whipped Topping: Remove the chilled cake from the fridge and spread the whipped topping evenly over the surface with a spatula, covering it completely to create a smooth layer.
  6. Decorate and Serve: Sprinkle mini chocolate chips and chopped Reese’s or peanut butter cups over the whipped topping for added texture and flavor. Slice the cake into squares and serve chilled for a refreshing, indulgent dessert.

Notes

  • For a richer peanut butter flavor, use natural peanut butter without added sugars or oils.
  • You can substitute whipped topping with homemade whipped cream if preferred.
  • Allowing the cake to chill longer than one hour enhances the melding of flavors and moistness.
  • Optional toppings add texture and peanut butter-chocolate contrast but can be omitted for a simpler presentation.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Chocolate peanut butter poke cake, chocolate cake, peanut butter dessert, poke cake, easy chocolate cake recipe, creamy peanut butter cake, no-frosting cake

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