Reese’s Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Earthquake Cake
Indulge in the rich flavors of this Reese’s Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Earthquake Cake, a dessert that delivers an irresistible combination of dark chocolate and creamy peanut butter frosting. This decadent cake features chunks of chocolate and peanut butter cups, creating a delightful surprise in every bite. Perfect for any celebration or family gathering, it pairs wonderfully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, making it a favorite among dessert lovers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: About 12 servings 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 peanut butter cups (halved)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare the cake mix according to package instructions; pour the batter into the prepared dish.
- In another bowl, beat together cream cheese, butter, peanut butter, and vanilla until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar to make the frosting thick and creamy.
- Spread the frosting over the cake batter; sprinkle with chocolate chips and halved peanut butter cups, pressing them gently into the frosting.
- Bake for 45–50 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow to cool completely before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 55g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 68g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 40mg