Description

This Chocolate Peanut Butter Poke Cake is the ultimate dessert for chocolate and peanut butter lovers. Imagine a moist chocolate cake infused with a creamy, sweet peanut butter filling, topped with a light peanut butter Cool Whip and garnished with chocolate chips and Reese’s peanut butter cups. Every bite delivers rich, decadent flavor with a perfectly soft texture. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion, hosting a party, or simply indulging in a sweet treat, this poke cake will impress everyone at the table.

The best part? It’s incredibly easy to make, using a boxed cake mix as the base and a few pantry staples for the filling and topping. With minimal effort and a little chilling time, you’ll have a crowd-pleasing dessert that looks as good as it tastes.

Ingredients

• For the Cake:
• Chocolate cake mix (plus eggs, oil, and water as listed on the box)
• For the Peanut Butter Filling:
• Peanut butter (creamy) 1 cup
• Sweetened condensed milk (14 oz can) 1
• For the Topping:
• Cool Whip (thawed) 8 oz container
• Peanut butter (melted) 1/2 cup
• Mini chocolate chips 1/2 cup
• Reese’s peanut butter cups (chopped, optional for garnish) 1/2 cup

Preparation Method

Preheat your oven to the temperature specified on the cake mix box. Prepare a 9x13-inch baking pan by greasing it lightly or lining it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Follow the instructions on the box to prepare the chocolate cake batter. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, ensuring it’s spread evenly. Bake according to the box instructions, typically 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Let the cake cool for 5–10 minutes. While it’s still warm, use the handle of a wooden spoon or a large straw to poke holes evenly across the surface of the cake. These holes will allow the creamy peanut butter filling to seep in, creating an extra moist and flavorful dessert.

In a microwave-safe bowl, heat 1 cup of creamy peanut butter for 20–30 seconds until it softens. Mix the melted peanut butter with the sweetened condensed milk, stirring until smooth and well combined.

Pour the peanut butter mixture slowly over the cake, letting it seep into the holes. Use a spatula to spread the mixture evenly across the surface so every bite is infused with peanut butter goodness.

In a separate small bowl, melt 1/2 cup of peanut butter in the microwave for 20–30 seconds. Gently fold the melted peanut butter into the Cool Whip, creating a light and fluffy peanut butter topping. Spread the mixture evenly over the cooled cake.

For a finishing touch, sprinkle mini chocolate chips and chopped Reese’s peanut butter cups over the top. This adds texture, visual appeal, and an extra layer of peanut butter-chocolate perfection.

Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together and the topping to firm up. This chilling step ensures the cake has the perfect consistency when served.

When ready to serve, slice the cake into 12 generous portions. Serve chilled and enjoy the rich, creamy, and chocolatey goodness of this indulgent dessert.

Tips and Conclusion

For even more decadence, drizzle melted chocolate or caramel sauce over the top before serving. You can also use a fork instead of a wooden spoon handle to create smaller, evenly spaced holes for a more uniform peanut butter infusion.

This Chocolate Peanut Butter Poke Cake is a dessert dream come true. With its moist chocolate cake, creamy peanut butter filling, and light peanut butter frosting, it’s the perfect sweet treat for any occasion. The toppings of mini chocolate chips and Reese’s cups make it even more irresistible. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, this recipe is guaranteed to become a family favorite. Don’t forget to check out more delicious dessert ideas on our site to keep the sweet inspiration flowing. Enjoy!