This easy Peanut Butter Fudge Poke Cake is topped with a creamy marshmallow frosting, peanut butter cups, and mini mallow bits. You will not have any leftovers when you serve this poke cake for dessert.
I have decided that getting older is for the birds. You all know how much I actually enjoy working out, right? My husband and I have been doing strength and conditioning at a local training facility for about a year and a half.
Even though I still do not eat as healthy as I should, I am definitely much stronger and in better shape than I ever have been. Until recently...
You see my knees must have realized how old they were, and that "old" people shouldn't be doing all these workouts and mud runs because all of sudden I have been having issues. Pains and aches and all sorts of dilemmas.
I personally think it was because I told my body it was time to get serious about eating better...aka no more cake.
My body is reacting to this no cake idea big time. And seriously, it was just a thought that I was contemplating. Because let me tell you, I ATE this cake.
And holy cow, was it ever good. Actually it was because I couldn't stop eating this cake that I made the rash "no cake rule" that my knees are rebelling too.So, I have been hobbling all over the house getting laughed at by my hubby and kids.
Can you believe they think this is funny? Yeah, me either. How is getting old and being sore a laughing matter? Ok, if it was my hubby limping, I would totally be cackling at him. We have such a loving relationship. LOL!
Let's talk about this cake in front of you because you definitely need one in your life. Ever since I started with this Chocolate Coconut Cake and this Strawberry Poke Cake, I cannot say no to a poke cake in the summer. There is something about a cool piece of cake on a hot summer day.
Of course, one full of peanut butter and fudge and topped with all sorts of creamy marshmallow and candy goodness would be good any time of the year.
But really what takes this cake over the top is the creamy marshmallow topping!!! I made this topping last summer for this S'mores Pudding Cake and I have been looking for another reason to make it again.
How to make a Peanut Butter Fudge Poke Cake:
- Make and bake the cake using the package directions, plus some peanut butter. (full recipe at bottom of post)
- While it is still warm, poke it with the handle of a wooden spoon. You want the holes to be big enough for the sweet goodness to soak into.
- Mix together a can of sweetened condensed milk and peanut butter. Slowly drizzle it over the entire cake trying to get it all in the holes. Let the cake cool on the counter.
- Warm the hot fudge slightly, until it is pourable. Slowly pour over the top of the cake, letting is soak into the holes. Refrigerate a few hours or overnight.
- Gently fold a jar of marshmallow fluff into a container of thawed Cool Whip. Spread on top of the chilled cake.
- Add peanut butter cups and mini marshmallow bits to the top before serving.
The extra toppings aren't necessary, but seriously why would you leave them off? Only aliens and crazy people think like that. Now what are you waiting for? Make a poke cake today!!!
More poke cake recipes that you may like:
- Raspberry Hazelnut Poke Cake
- Orange Creamsicle Poke Cake
- Strawberry Fudge Poke Cake
- Coconut Fudge Poke Cake
- White Chocolate Berry Pudding Cake
Recipe
Peanut Butter Fudge Poke Cake
This easy Peanut Butter Fudge Poke Cake is topped with a creamy marshmallow frosting, peanut butter cups, and mini mallow bits. You will not have any leftovers when you serve this poke cake for dessert.
Ingredients
- 1 yellow cake mix
- ¾ cup creamy peanut butter, divided
- 14 ounce can sweetened condensed milk
- ¾ cup hot fudge topping
- 7 ounce jar marshmallow cream
- 8 ounce container Cool Whip, thawed
- 1 ½ cups quartered mini Reese's peanut butter cups
- ¾ cup mini mallow bits
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 9x13 pan with nonstick spray.
- Prepare the cake using the package directions. Add ½ cup peanut butter to the batter and mix in. Bake for 26-28 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Remove and cool 5 minutes.
- Use a wooden spoon handle and poke the top of the hot cake all over.
- Stir together the sweetened condensed milk and ¼ cup peanut butter. Slowly pour the mixture into the holes in the cake. Cool completely.
- Warm the hot fudge slightly until pourable, but not hot. Drizzle into the holes. Refrigerate the cake for a few hours or overnight.
- Beat the marshmallow cream until creamy. Slowly add the Cool Whip and beat gently until creamy. Do not over mix.
- Spread over the top of the cooled cake. Sprinkle with the peanut butter cups and mini mallow bits. Store in a sealed container in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 24 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 368Total Fat: 14gSaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 9mgSodium: 319mgCarbohydrates: 56gFiber: 2gSugar: 40gProtein: 7g
Nutrition facts are an estimate and are not guaranteed to be accurate. If you need special diet advice, please see a registered dietician.
tanya
I would love this cake! It would be bad to have in my house too! I don't think I would stop eating it 🙂
Jennie+@onesweetmess
Your poor knees. I'm waiting for my knees to rebel at any moment. They've been clicking and popping lately. Getting old stinks... Let's eat cake!
Wendy
Poke cakes are the best thing to take to pot lucks! Everyone loves them, they are easy to transport, and you don't eat the whole thing on your own! This may be my favorite version yet. The marshmallow topping over peanut butter fudge sounds irresistible!
LINDA PAYNE
Cake looks awesome! I feel your pain, in March I sprained my ankle, re-injured during a 5k in April, it's finally getting better, but now has heel pain, plantar fasciitis, then last week I got stung on the bottom of the other foot by a bee. My husband thought it was quite funny, that I could now limp on both feet!
Jocelyn
Why do our hubby's think it is so funny to laugh at our misery? I hope you continue to heal and get over the ankle injury. I hear cake helps 😉
Jessica @ A Kitchen Addiction
You come up with the best poke cakes! Love the sound of the marshmallow frosting!
Jocelyn
Thank you 🙂 That frosting is seriously the bomb.com!!!!
Cyndi - My Kitchen Craze
Oh man I wish I could have this right now. I'm sitting here on my computer at 10:30pm desperately wanting a slice of this delicious poke cake. Gotta make this soon!
Jocelyn
Yeah, I can see how that would be plain torture to stare at this cake late at night. I hope you try it...it is so worth it!!!
Terra Heck
That look super yummy. I love almost anything with chocolate and peanut butter in it.
Jocelyn
I'm right there with you in loving all things chocolate and peanut butter! It's the best!
Julie @ Julie's Eats & Treats
Knees suck! I have terrible ones and I always have great intentions of running, I start and then am quickly reminded why I don't do that! Next time they hurt I'll smother my misery in this delicious poke cake!
Jocelyn
I'm pretty bummed with my knees right now. I was just starting to really get in a good routine with working out and running, and then this. I guess it is just a sign to take it easy and watch what I'm eating instead! But cake is definitely good when the knees are in pain!
Maureen Blackburn
Love poke cakes, especially in hot months, and the frosting is just perfect for so many good summer cakes!!! Never say no to cake!!!
Melanie @ Gather for Bread
What fun! PB & chocolate sounds perfect for a Monday!
Hayley @ The Domestic Rebel
You are the QUEEN of poke cakes! I adore yours and this version is no exception. Sign me up for a big ol' slice with some coffee please and thanks!
Jocelyn
Thanks, Hayley! I do love me a good poke cake. Especially if a crown is involved. LOL! I big piece of this cake with coffee sounds just perfect!
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust
I swear, I know I'm only in my late 30s but I feel like an old person! My hip hurts so much whenever I do anything, it's comical watching me walk. This cake - it's fabulous!
Lindsay @ Life, Love and Sugar
That marshmallow frosting - and the whole cake - sounds amazing! And I hear you on getting older and the working out thing - brutal. I have the worst back! Ugh! I got some new tennis shoes this weekend though and it already seemed to help this morning. Cutting out cake may be the hardest thing ever. 🙂
Jocelyn
Thanks girlie! I did actually get new shoes too. I'm not sure what's going on with my knees...I think it is just old age catching up with me. LOL!
Jen | Baked by an Introvert
I'm definitely in peanut butter heaven!
Aimee @ ShugarySweets
This may be the best thing I've seen all morning. I love a good poke cake...and one filled with peanut butter and marshmallow? Yes please!!
Jocelyn
Peanut butter, marshmallow, and fudge just makes everything better!!! Poke cakes are becoming an obsession around here! LOL!
Beth
Oh Jocelyn! Never say no cake again! It's all about enjoying a small piece, because I could never pass up this cake!
Jocelyn
I'm all talk...I say I'm giving up cake, but really I'm just going to try to limit the amount that I eat!
Medha @ Whisk & Shout
This cake looks so moist and delicious- chocolate and peanut butter forever!
Jocelyn
I am definitely on team chocolate and peanut butter for life!!!
Rachel @ Baked by Rachel
This is a peanut butter lover's dream!
Jocelyn
You know it 🙂
Mir
When you start getting the knees that rebel, book a massage therapist. You finally have an excuse to pamper with a purpose! I do it once a month now for my sore workout body, and it helps a lot.
This is my most favoritest flavor, so yep. I'd eat the whole pan. Very good for the knees.
Jocelyn
What a great idea! Pampering and helpful all in one...I like it!
Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice
I think I would devour this entire cake, Jocelyn! Holy moly does this look GOOD! I love the idea of a peanut butter poke cake, especially when fudge is involved. Pinned!
Jocelyn
Believe me, it is a dangerously good cake! I couldn't stop eating small bites!!! It's a good thing I took it to a picnic where others could help me out! LOL! Thanks for the pin love!