Reese’s Peanut Butter Earthquake Cake
If you’re searching for a crowd-pleasing dessert that combines the rich flavors of chocolate and peanut butter, look no further than this Reese’s Peanut Butter Earthquake Cake! This indulgent treat features a gooey, layered center filled with creamy peanut butter goodness, topped generously with chopped Reese’s Cups. Perfect for any occasion, from casual weeknight dinners to festive gatherings, this cake is not only delicious but also easy to prepare. With just 20 minutes of prep time, you’ll have a delightful dessert in the oven that will impress family and friends alike. Trust us, one slice won’t be enough!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 box chocolate cake mix
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix together chocolate cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs until well combined. Pour into the prepared baking dish.
- In another bowl, blend creamy peanut butter, softened cream cheese, melted butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Spoon dollops of the peanut butter mixture over the chocolate batter and gently swirl together with a knife.
- Sprinkle chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups on top before baking.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (107g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 48g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg