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Reese’s Peanut Butter Earthquake Cake Recipe

Reese’s Peanut Butter Earthquake Cake Recipe
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Reese’s Peanut Butter Earthquake Cake is a decadent, rich dessert combining moist chocolate cake with swirls of creamy peanut butter and cream cheese frosting, topped generously with chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups. This dessert delivers an irresistible mix of chocolate and peanut butter flavors in every bite, ideal for special occasions or satisfying a sweet craving.

Ingredients

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Chocolate Cake

  • 1 box chocolate cake mix
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs

Peanut Butter Mixture

  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Topping

  • 1 cup Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish thoroughly to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
  2. Mix the Cake Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs. Stir until the ingredients are fully incorporated and the batter is smooth. Pour this batter evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  3. Prepare the Peanut Butter Mixture: In a separate bowl, blend together the creamy peanut butter, softened cream cheese, melted unsalted butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy with no lumps.
  4. Swirl the Peanut Butter Mix: Drop spoonfuls of the peanut butter mixture across the surface of the chocolate batter. Using a knife or a skewer, gently swirl the peanut butter mixture into the batter to create a marbled effect without fully mixing it in.
  5. Add Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups: Evenly sprinkle the chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups over the top of the swirled batter to add texture and extra peanut butter flavor.
  6. Bake the Cake: Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out mostly clean with only a few moist crumbs clinging to it.
  7. Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool slightly in the pan, then serve warm or at room temperature. This cake is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored covered for up to 3 days.

Notes

  • You can substitute crunchy peanut butter if you prefer added texture in the peanut butter mixture.
  • Ensure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for easier mixing and a smoother batter.
  • For a gluten-free option, use a gluten-free chocolate cake mix.
  • Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups can be replaced with any peanut butter chocolate candy or chopped peanuts for variation.
  • This cake freezes well; wrap tightly and freeze up to one month. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving.

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