Ingredients
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- 1 box Chocolate cake mix (Store-bought or homemade)
- 3 Large eggs (Room temperature)
- 1 cup Water
- 1/2 cup Vegetable oil (Can substitute with melted butter)
- 1 cup Chocolate frosting (Store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup Creamy peanut butter (Crunchy peanut butter can be used for texture)
- 1/2 cup Powdered sugar (Adjust based on sweetness preference)
- 1 cup Milk (Any kind works, dairy or non-dairy)
- Peanut butter cups, chopped, for topping (Use mini or regular size)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven according to the cake mix instructions and prepare the cake pan.
- Combine ingredients in a large bowl: mix cake mix, eggs, water, and oil until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake according to package instructions.
- Cool the cake for a few minutes, then poke holes all over the top with a fork.
- Mix the topping by combining peanut butter and powdered sugar, then gradually add milk until smooth.
- Pour the peanut butter mixture over the cake, ensuring it fills the holes for maximum flavor absorption.
- Frost the cake generously with chocolate frosting.
- Top with chopped peanut butter cups for extra texture and flavor.
- Chill the cake in the refrigerator before serving to set the layers.
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for the best mixing. For presentation, top the cake with more peanut butter cups or a drizzle of caramel sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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