Description
Indulge in the delightful Reese’s Peanut Butter Earthquake Cake, a chocolate lover’s paradise that delivers an explosion of flavors in every bite. This irresistibly gooey dessert features a rich chocolate cake with a creamy peanut butter center, making it perfect for any occasion—from birthdays to cozy family gatherings. With its easy preparation and minimal ingredients, this decadent treat is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Serve it warm or at room temperature, and watch as everyone goes back for seconds!
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, combine the chocolate cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs until well blended. Pour into the prepared baking dish.
- In another bowl, mix creamy peanut butter, softened cream cheese, melted butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Drop spoonfuls of the peanut butter mixture over the cake batter and gently swirl 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.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 100g)
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 36g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: For variations, try adding nuts or your favorite candy bars as toppings. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.