Peanut Butter Chocolate Dump Cake Squares – Rich, Gooey, and Easy

Growing up, desserts like this peanut butter chocolate dump cake were the heart of every family gathering. I’ve always believed comfort food should be simple, cozy, and full of love—just like the recipes I share here at Eminent Recipes. These peanut butter chocolate dump cake squares are quick, easy, and family-friendly—perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions when you need something sweet, rich, and completely irresistible.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

If you adore chocolate and peanut butter together, this peanut butter chocolate dump cake recipe will be your new favorite dessert. It’s the perfect mix of convenience and indulgence—just like a kitchen mom peanut butter cup dump cake recipe that feels homemade and comforting. Imagine layers of rich chocolate cake, creamy peanut butter, and melted peanut butter cups baked into gooey perfection.

This chocolate peanut butter cup dump cake comes together effortlessly with only a few pantry staples, making it an easy go-to treat for weeknights or special gatherings. You’ll love how this old fashioned peanut butter chocolate dump cake squares recipe captures that taste-of-home nostalgia while offering a death by chocolate peanut butter dump cake level of richness.

Whether you prefer a 3 ingredient peanut butter chocolate dump cake squares version or want to elevate it with sour cream for extra moisture, this dessert is wonderfully adaptable. It’s a peanut butter poke cake meets chocolate heaven—simple, customizable, and guaranteed to satisfy every craving.

Ingredients for This Recipe

Every great dessert begins with simple, familiar ingredients, and this peanut butter chocolate dump cake recipe is no exception. Each component adds a layer of rich, nostalgic flavor, making it taste like an old fashioned peanut butter chocolate dump cake squares treat straight from grandma’s kitchen. The chocolate cake mix forms a moist, decadent base while the creamy peanut butter gives that signature nutty sweetness.

Sweetened condensed milk provides a luscious texture that makes this chocolate peanut butter cup dump cake irresistibly gooey, while melted butter enhances its richness and helps everything blend beautifully. A hint of vanilla extract brings warmth and depth to the flavor profile. For extra indulgence, chocolate chips melt into pockets of creamy goodness, and crushed peanuts add a satisfying crunch that ties it all together.

This easy combination creates a dessert that’s both quick and customizable—perfect for anyone craving a peanut butter poke cake or a 3 ingredient peanut butter chocolate dump cake squares twist with homemade flair.

🛒 Ingredients:

1 box (15 oz) chocolate cake mix
1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
½ cup peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)
½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ cup chocolate chips
Optional: ¼ cup crushed peanuts for topping

How to Make This Recipe

This peanut butter chocolate dump cake recipe is wonderfully simple—just layer, bake, and enjoy! It’s the kind of dessert that feels homemade and comforting, just like a kitchen mom peanut butter cup dump cake recipe passed down through generations. Every bite delivers that irresistible blend of creamy peanut butter and rich chocolate, giving it the decadent feel of a death by chocolate peanut butter dump cake.

Start with a chocolate cake mix for a soft, fudge-like base. Then add creamy peanut butter and sweetened condensed milk for a luscious texture that makes every forkful melt in your mouth. As it bakes, the butter and chocolate chips blend together into a gooey layer that’s pure indulgence. This technique mirrors the simplicity of a 3 ingredient peanut butter chocolate dump cake squares recipe but with an old fashioned chocolate peanut butter cup dump cake richness.

For extra creaminess, you can mix in sour cream—perfect if you love peanut butter chocolate dump cake squares with sour cream or a moist, taste of home chocolate peanut butter dump cake finish.

🛒 Steps:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Pour the chocolate cake mix evenly into the dish (no need to mix).
3. Drizzle melted butter over the cake mix.
4. Warm peanut butter slightly and drizzle it over the mixture.
5. Pour sweetened condensed milk evenly on top.
6. Sprinkle chocolate chips for extra gooeyness.
7. Bake for 35–40 minutes until bubbly and golden.
8. Cool slightly, then top with crushed peanuts or a swirl of peanut butter.
9. Slice into squares and serve warm for that perfect chocolate peanut butter cake experience.

Expert Cooking Tips

Making the perfect peanut butter chocolate dump cake recipe is all about simple techniques that elevate flavor and texture. This easy dessert has that homemade charm of a kitchen mom peanut butter cup dump cake recipe, with layers that melt together into a rich, comforting treat. Whether you prefer the simplicity of a 3 ingredient peanut butter chocolate dump cake squares version or the indulgence of a death by chocolate peanut butter dump cake, a few tricks can make all the difference.

For a soft, gooey texture, don’t overbake—keep an eye on the edges, and let the center stay slightly soft. Adding a touch of sour cream creates the moistness found in peanut butter chocolate dump cake squares with sour cream or a taste of home chocolate peanut butter dump cake. Swirling peanut butter into the top layer before baking adds beautiful marbling and enhances that creamy peanut butter flavor.

You can also sprinkle mini peanut butter cups or crushed peanuts on top before baking for a truly old fashioned chocolate peanut butter cup dump cake finish. Serve it warm with vanilla ice cream for a chocolate peanut butter cake experience that everyone will remember.

💡 Expert Tips:

• Slightly warm the peanut butter before drizzling for smoother layering.
• Use high-quality chocolate chips to intensify the chocolate flavor.
• For extra creaminess, mix 2 tablespoons of sour cream into the batter.
• Add peanut butter cups on top for a bakery-style look and flavor.
• Let the cake rest 10 minutes before slicing to help it set perfectly.

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This peanut butter chocolate dump cake recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves rich, indulgent desserts with minimal effort. Every bite of this chocolate peanut butter cup dump cake delivers the comforting, nostalgic flavor of an old fashioned chocolate peanut butter cup dump cake. Whether you follow the simple 3 ingredient peanut butter chocolate dump cake squares method or enhance it into a death by chocolate peanut butter dump cake, it’s a kitchen mom peanut butter cup dump cake recipe that’s easy, family-friendly, and unforgettable.

For extra indulgence, try the peanut butter chocolate dump cake squares with sour cream variation, or poke it for a luscious peanut butter poke cake experience. This dessert captures the perfect balance of gooey chocolate, creamy peanut butter, and homemade charm, giving you the taste of home chocolate peanut butter dump cake every time. It’s a chocolate peanut butter cake that will quickly become a go-to for weeknights, special occasions, or anytime you crave sweet, comforting perfection.

Peanut Butter Chocolate Dump Cake Squares

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• Author: Savannah
• Total Time: 40–45 minutes
• Yield: 10–12 servings 1x
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Description

This rich, fudgy dessert combines creamy peanut butter and moist chocolate cake in one irresistible square. With a gooey, brownie-like texture and layers of sweet, salty flavor, it’s the ultimate comfort dessert — simple to make, but impossible to resist.

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Ingredients

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🛒 Ingredients:

• 1 box (15 oz) chocolate cake mix

• 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk

• ½ cup peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)

• ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• ½ cup chocolate chips

• Optional: ¼ cup crushed peanuts for topping

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Instructions

📝 Instructions:

 

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or grease lightly.

2. Mix Base: In a bowl, combine sweetened condensed milk, melted butter, vanilla, and peanut butter until smooth.

3. Add Cake Mix: Sprinkle the dry chocolate cake mix over the peanut butter mixture. Fold gently — don’t overmix. Batter should stay a little lumpy.

4. Layer & Bake: Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared pan. Sprinkle chocolate chips and crushed peanuts on top.

5. Bake: Bake 35–40 minutes until edges are set and the center is gooey but not wet.

6. Cool & Slice: Cool completely before cutting into squares for neat slices (they’ll firm up as they cool).

Notes

• Flavor Boost: Swirl 2 tbsp of melted peanut butter on top before baking for a marbled effect.
• Crunchy Version: Mix in chopped pretzels or toffee bits before baking.
• Vegan Option: Use plant-based butter and sweetened condensed coconut milk.
• Storage: Keep in an airtight container at room temp for 3 days or refrigerate up to 5 days.

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 35–40 minutes
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baked
• Cuisine: American