Description

This Chocolate Peanut Butter Poke Cake is an irresistibly rich dessert made with devil’s food cake, sweetened condensed milk, creamy peanut butter, and fluffy whipped topping. Each bite is gooey, moist, and topped with all your favorite peanut butter candy. It’s the perfect crowd-pleasing treat for birthdays, holidays, or any chocolate-lover’s craving.

Ingredients

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1 box devil’s food cake mix (plus ingredients to prepare, per package)
or use homemade chocolate cake
1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
¾ cup creamy peanut butter, divided
1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping (e.g., Cool Whip), thawed
Peanut butter cups, chopped (for garnish)

Additional peanut butter and hot fudge sauce (for garnish, optional)

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Instructions

Bake the Cake:
Prepare and bake the devil’s food cake in a 9×13-inch pan according to package instructions. Let cool for about 5–10 minutes.
Poke Holes:
While the cake is still warm, use the end of a wooden spoon or a large straw to poke holes all over the surface of the cake.
Prepare Filling:
In a small bowl, warm ½ cup of the peanut butter in the microwave until smooth and pourable (about 20–30 seconds). Stir in the sweetened condensed milk until fully combined.
Fill the Cake:
Pour the peanut butter mixture evenly over the cake, allowing it to soak into the holes. Let the cake cool completely.
Frost the Cake:
Once cooled, mix the whipped topping with the remaining ¼ cup peanut butter until smooth. Spread evenly over the cake.
Add Toppings:
Garnish with chopped peanut butter cups, a drizzle of melted peanut butter, and chocolate fudge sauce if desired.
Chill & Serve:
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. Slice and enjoy!

Notes

Cake can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator.

Swap devil’s food for chocolate fudge or dark chocolate cake for more richness.

Use crunchy peanut butter if you like added texture.

Store leftovers in the fridge, covered, for up to 4 days.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American