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Chocolate Peanut Butter Poke Cake

Decadent Chocolate Peanut Butter Poke Cake You'll Crave

This Chocolate Peanut Butter Poke Cake combines chocolate and peanut butter for a rich, indulgent dessert that is easy to make and gluten-free friendly.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box Chocolate Cake Mix Use gluten-free mix for a gluten-free version.
  • 3 large Eggs Can swap with applesauce for a vegan alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Oil Both vegetable oil and melted butter work.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Optional but recommended for flavor.
For the Peanut Butter Filling
  • 1 cup Peanut Butter Crunchy peanut butter adds texture.
  • 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk No substitutes for the best flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Whole Milk Can use any milk or plant-based alternative.
For the Whipped Topping
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Dairy-free alternatives can be used.
  • 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar Alternatives can be used for less sugar.
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup Reese's Cups Optional for added flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Crushed Peanuts Great for added crunch.
  • 1/2 cup Melted Chocolate & Peanut Butter Drizzle for indulgent flavor.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Wooden spoon or skewer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Prepare the chocolate cake mix according to package instructions and mix in the vanilla extract.
  3. Pour the batter into the greased baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  4. Prepare the peanut butter filling by whisking together peanut butter, sweetened condensed milk, and whole milk.
  5. Once the cake has cooled for 10 minutes, poke holes throughout the cake.
  6. Pour the peanut butter filling over the warm cake, allowing it to soak in.
  7. In a chilled bowl, beat heavy cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form, then fold in peanut butter.
  8. Spread the whipped topping over the cooled cake.
  9. Top with chopped Reese's cups and crushed peanuts, and drizzle with melted chocolate and peanut butter.
  10. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow the cake to absorb the peanut butter filling thoroughly for best results. Refrigerate to help meld flavors before serving.

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