Go Back
–+ servings
A rich chocolate cake with peanut butter filling and frosting, topped with chocolate candies and cookie crumbles. A perfect example of cake ideas recipes.

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 for a fast dessert.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 12 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Refrigeration 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 42 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
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 Peanut Butter Mixture
  • 2/3 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 cans (14 ounces each) sweetened condensed milk
For the Frosting
  • 1 cup confectioners' sugar
Toppings
  • 1 combination chopped peanut butter-filled sandwich cookies, peanut butter cups or a combination of both

Equipment

  • 13x9-inch 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 blended. Using the end of a wooden spoon handle, 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, and refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours, or until the cake is cold.
  5. For the frosting, combine the remaining 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract with the remaining peanut butter mixture. Gradually beat in enough confectioners' sugar until the mixture reaches a spreadable consistency.
  6. Spread the frosting evenly over the chilled cake. Add your desired toppings, such as chopped peanut butter-filled 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 convenience, making it ideal for busy individuals and families. It's a great way to create a delightful dessert without spending hours in the kitchen.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!