Cake Mix Peanut Butter Squares
Indulge in the sweet simplicity of Cake Mix Peanut Butter Squares—an effortless dessert that combines rich, creamy peanut butter with the convenience of boxed yellow cake mix for a perfectly soft and chewy treat. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe requires minimal effort and delivers maximum flavor, making it an irresistible option for busy weeknights or last-minute gatherings. Add a handful of semi-sweet chocolate chips for a touch of decadence, or enjoy them as-is for their satisfyingly nutty and buttery goodness. Baked to golden perfection and cut into 16 bite-sized squares, these bars are perfect for dessert, snacking, or sharing. Plus, with only a handful of pantry staples, cleanup is a breeze!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 box (15.25 oz) Yellow cake mix
- 1 cup Creamy peanut butter
- 1 stick (1/2 cup) Unsalted butter, melted
- 2 whole Large eggs
- 1 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, peanut butter, melted butter, and eggs. Stir well until the mixture forms a thick, cohesive dough.
If using, gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips to distribute them evenly throughout the dough.
Transfer the dough to the prepared baking pan and press it into an even layer using a spatula or your hands.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the center is set.
Remove the pan from the oven and let the peanut butter squares cool completely in the pan before cutting into 16 squares.
Serve and enjoy! Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5212 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 327.8 g | 420% | |
| Saturated Fat | 132.1 g | 660% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 620 mg | 207% | |
| Sodium | 3348 mg | 146% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 527.9 g | 192% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.1 g | 125% | |
| Total Sugars | 312.9 g | ||
| Protein | 109.8 g | 220% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 821 mg | 63% | |
| Iron | 20.9 mg | 116% | |
| Potassium | 2716 mg | 58% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
