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Peanut Butter and Jelly Poke Cake Recipe

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A delightful twist on the classic peanut butter and jelly sandwich, this Peanut Butter and Jelly Poke Cake combines moist yellow cake with layers of peanut butter and strawberry jam, topped with a fluffy peanut butter whipped topping and crunchy peanuts for an irresistible dessert.

Ingredients

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Cake

  • 15.25 ounces yellow cake mix
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 ¼ cups milk
  • ½ cup salted butter, melted
  • 1 cup peanut butter (creamy or chunky)

Filling and Topping

  • ¾ cup peanut butter (divided)
  • 1 ¼ cups strawberry jam (divided)
  • 8 ounces whipped topping
  • ¼ cup chopped peanuts

Instructions

  1. Prepare Cake Batter: Preheat oven to 350°F. In a large bowl, combine the yellow cake mix and 1 cup of peanut butter until the mixture becomes crumbly.
  2. Add Wet Ingredients: Add the eggs, milk, and melted butter to the crumbly mixture. Blend at low speed until moistened, then beat at high speed for 2 minutes to ensure a smooth batter.
  3. Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into a greased 9×13-inch baking pan. Bake for 35 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  4. Cool and Poke Cake: Remove the cake from the oven and cool on a wire rack for 15 minutes. Use the end of a wooden spoon to poke holes evenly across the warm cake to allow the jam to seep in.
  5. Add Jam to Holes: Microwave the jam for about 30 seconds until it becomes thin and pourable. Carefully drizzle the jam evenly over the cake, ensuring it seeps into the holes.
  6. Cool Cake Completely: Allow the cake to cool completely for about an hour to let the jam set into the cake.
  7. Prepare Peanut Butter Whipped Topping: Beat ½ cup of peanut butter with an electric mixer on high speed for 2 minutes until smooth. Gradually fold in the whipped topping in thirds until well combined and fluffy.
  8. Spread Topping: Evenly spread the peanut butter whipped topping over the cooled cake surface.
  9. Drizzle Jam and Peanut Butter: Place ¼ cup of jam and ¼ cup peanut butter into separate bowls and microwave each for about 10 seconds to thin. Drizzle both over the whipped topping for extra flavor and decoration.
  10. Add Nuts and Serve: Sprinkle chopped peanuts over the top. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve for best texture and taste.

Notes

  • Use creamy or chunky peanut butter based on preference.
  • Make sure to poke holes evenly to allow jam to infuse well into the cake.
  • Microwaving jams and peanut butter makes them easier to drizzle and distribute.
  • Store leftover cake in the refrigerator to maintain freshness.
  • Use fresh chopped peanuts for better texture and flavor.

Keywords: peanut butter cake, jelly poke cake, dessert recipe, peanut butter dessert, strawberry jam cake

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