Reese’s Peanut Butter Earthquake Cake
Indulge in the delightful creation of Reese’s Peanut Butter Earthquake Cake, where gooey layers of rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter unite to create a dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. This cake is not only visually appealing but also incredibly satisfying with its warm, layered center that oozes flavor in every bite. Whether it’s a family gathering, a birthday celebration, or just a cozy night in, this cake will surely bring smiles all around. Plus, it offers the versatility for various adaptations—making it your go-to recipe for sweet cravings!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 people 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 Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs until well blended. Pour into the prepared dish.
- In another bowl, mix together creamy peanut butter, softened cream cheese, melted unsalted butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Drop spoonfuls of the peanut butter mixture onto the chocolate batter and swirl gently with a knife.
- Sprinkle chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups on top.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out mostly clean. Let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 363
- Sugar: 45g
- Sodium: 357mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 49mg