Description
This Chocolate Peanut Butter Poke Cake is the ultimate dessert for peanut butter lovers! A rich, chocolate cake soaked in a creamy peanut butter and sweetened condensed milk mixture, topped with a fluffy peanut butter whipped topping. It’s a sweet, indulgent treat that will leave everyone asking for more!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Cake:
- 1 box chocolate cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the package)
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter, melted
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
For the Topping:
- 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping (such as Cool Whip), thawed
- 1/2 cup peanut butter, melted
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips or chocolate shavings (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Bake the Chocolate Cake:
Prepare the chocolate cake mix according to the package instructions. Pour the batter into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish and bake as directed. Once the cake is fully baked, remove it from the oven and allow it to cool slightly. - Poke the Cake:
Using the handle of a wooden spoon, poke holes all over the cake, spacing them about 1 inch apart. - Add Peanut Butter and Condensed Milk:
Melt the peanut butter and mix it with the sweetened condensed milk. Pour this mixture evenly over the top of the cake, allowing it to soak into the holes. Let the cake cool completely. - Prepare the Topping:
In a medium bowl, fold the melted peanut butter into the thawed whipped topping until fully combined. Add the powdered sugar and stir until smooth and creamy. - Assemble the Cake:
Spread the peanut butter whipped topping evenly over the cooled cake. Sprinkle mini chocolate chips or chocolate shavings on top for garnish if desired. - Chill and Serve:
Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld together. Slice and enjoy!
Notes
- Make-Ahead: This cake can be made a day in advance and stored in the fridge for easy prep ahead of time.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Garnish: Mini chocolate chips, chocolate shavings, or even crushed peanut butter cups make excellent garnishes for extra indulgence.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12th of the cake)
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg