Reese’s Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Earthquake Cake
Indulge in the delightful layers of Reese’s Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Earthquake Cake, a dessert that combines rich dark chocolate with creamy peanut butter frosting and chunks of sweet confection. This easy-to-make cake is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a birthday celebration or a cozy gathering at home. The decadent flavors will impress friends and family alike, making it a crowd-pleaser that everyone will love. Serve it warm with vanilla ice cream or chilled for a refreshing treat that satisfies your sweet cravings!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 box dark chocolate fudge cake mix
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup miniature Reese's peanut butter cups (halved)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare the chocolate cake mix according to package instructions and spread the batter evenly in the baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, beat together cream cheese, butter, peanut butter, and vanilla until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar until thick and creamy.
- Spread the frosting over the cake batter, then sprinkle with chocolate chips and halved Reese’s, pressing them gently into the frosting.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center. Allow cooling before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 412
- Sugar: 44g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg