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A slice of rich chocolate cake with a thick layer of peanut butter frosting and chocolate ganache, topped with crumbled peanut butter cups.

Cake Ideas Recipes in 12 Minutes: Weeknight Winner

This recipe offers a quick and delicious cake option perfect for busy weeknights. It uses a cake mix as a base and a simple peanut butter and condensed milk topping, making it an easy dessert that impresses.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Refrigeration Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert
Calories: 360
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 package chocolate cake mix (regular size)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract divided
  • 1 dash salt
For the Topping
  • 2/3 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 cans (14 ounces each) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup confectioners' sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract remaining
Optional Toppings
  • 1 combination Chopped peanut butter-filled sandwich cookies, peanut butter cups or both

Equipment

  • 13x9-in. baking pan
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare the chocolate cake mix according to the package directions. Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and the salt to the batter before mixing.
  2. Pour the prepared batter into a greased 13x9-inch baking pan. Bake and cool the cake completely as directed on the cake mix package.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the peanut butter and sweetened condensed milk until well blended. Using the handle of a wooden spoon, poke holes in the cooled cake, about 2 inches apart.
  4. Slowly pour 2 cups of the peanut butter mixture over the cake, ensuring it fills each hole. Cover the cake and the remaining peanut butter mixture, then refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours, or until the cake is cold.
  5. In a bowl, combine the remaining 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract with the reserved peanut butter mixture. Gradually beat in the confectioners' sugar until the mixture reaches a spreadable consistency.
  6. Spread this frosting evenly over the chilled cake. Add your desired toppings, such as chopped peanut butter sandwich cookies or peanut butter cups.
  7. Refrigerate any leftovers.

Nutrition

Calories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 49gProtein: 7gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 41mgSodium: 312mgFiber: 1gSugar: 40g

Notes

This recipe is designed for speed and ease, making it a perfect choice for a quick dessert on a busy weeknight. Feel free to customize the toppings with your favorite candies or cookies.

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