Name: Chocolate Peanut Butter Poke Cake Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 1 h 55 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 200g (1½ cups) all-purpose flour; 250g (1¼ cups) granulated sugar; 60g (½ cup) cocoa powder; 1½ tsp baking powder; 1½ tsp baking soda; ½ tsp salt; 2 large eggs; 240ml (1 cup) whole milk; 120ml (½ cup) vegetable oil; 2 tsp vanilla extract; 240ml (1 cup) boiling water; 240g (1 cup) creamy peanut butter; 300ml (1¼ cups) sweetened condensed milk; 120ml (½ cup) whole milk; 240ml (1 cup) heavy cream; 60g (¼ cup) powdered sugar; 120g (½ cup) peanut butter; 1 tsp vanilla extract; Chopped Reese’s peanut butter cups; Chocolate drizzle (melted chocolate or chocolate syrup)

Introduction

If you love the classic combo of chocolate and peanut butter, this Chocolate Peanut Butter Poke Cake is a must-try dessert. It features a moist chocolate cake soaked with a creamy peanut butter filling, topped with a fluffy peanut butter whipped cream and finished with Reese’s candy pieces for extra indulgence. Easy to make and perfect for any celebration!

This is a close-up of a three-layered dessert slice placed on a white plate over a white marbled texture. The bottom layer is dark and crumbly, resembling a dense chocolate crust. The middle layer is thick and smooth, light tan in color, looking like a peanut butter or caramel mousse. The top layer is a glossy dark chocolate ganache, spread evenly but with a slight texture. On the very top, there are five swirls of light tan frosting evenly spaced, each topped with broken pieces of dark chocolate scattered around. The photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

200g (1½ cups) all-purpose flour

250g (1¼ cups) granulated sugar

60g (½ cup) cocoa powder

1½ tsp baking powder

1½ tsp baking soda

½ tsp salt

2 large eggs

240ml (1 cup) whole milk

120ml (½ cup) vegetable oil

2 tsp vanilla extract

240ml (1 cup) boiling water

240g (1 cup) creamy peanut butter (for filling)

300ml (1¼ cups) sweetened condensed milk

120ml (½ cup) whole milk (for filling)

240ml (1 cup) heavy cream (for topping)

60g (¼ cup) powdered sugar

120g (½ cup) peanut butter (for topping)

1 tsp vanilla extract (for topping)

Chopped Reese’s peanut butter cups (for garnish)

Chocolate drizzle (melted chocolate or chocolate syrup)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract; beat until combined. Slowly stir in boiling water until smooth. Pour batter into the prepared dish and bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool for 10 minutes.

Step 2: In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the peanut butter for 30 seconds until slightly melted. Stir in sweetened condensed milk and whole milk until smooth.

Step 3: Using the handle of a wooden spoon or a skewer, poke holes all over the cake. Pour the peanut butter mixture evenly over the cake, allowing it to soak in. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld.

Step 4: In a bowl, beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, peanut butter, and vanilla extract together until soft peaks form. Spread the whipped topping evenly over the chilled cake.

Step 5: Garnish with chopped Reese’s peanut butter cups and drizzle with melted chocolate or chocolate syrup. Slice and serve.

Tips & Variations

Use a boxed chocolate cake mix to save time without sacrificing flavor.

Chill the cake overnight for even richer, melded flavors.

Try swapping peanut butter with Nutella, almond butter, or Biscoff spread for a unique twist.

Add an extra fudgy touch by drizzling hot fudge sauce before serving.

Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

FAQs

Can I use a different type of peanut butter?

Yes, you can use natural, crunchy, or flavored peanut butter, but creamy peanut butter works best for a smooth filling and topping. Alternatives like almond butter or Nutella also make delicious variations.

Do I have to poke holes in the cake?

Yes, poking holes allows the peanut butter mixture to seep into the cake, making it moist and flavorful throughout. Skipping this step will result in less flavor infusion.