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Indulgent Reese’s Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Earthquake Cake Recipe

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  • Author: Sarah
  • Total Time: 45-50 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Description

Indulge in the decadent Reese’s Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Earthquake Cake, a moist and rich chocolate cake infused with instant pudding and loaded with chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups. This easy-to-make dessert features creamy peanut butter drizzled over the batter and a luscious peanut butter frosting topped with more peanut butter cups, creating an irresistible treat perfect for chocolate and peanut butter lovers.

Ingredients

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Cake Batter

  • 1 standard chocolate cake mix
  • 3 large eggs
  • Water (or brewed coffee for richer flavor) as per cake mix instructions
  • 1 package instant chocolate pudding mix (approximately 3.9 oz)
  • 6–8 Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, chopped

Peanut Butter Drizzle

  • Creamy peanut butter (about 1/2 cup)
  • Powdered sugar (about 1 cup)

Frosting

  • Creamy peanut butter (about 1/2 cup)
  • Powdered sugar (about 1 cup)
  • Milk (1-2 tablespoons, to adjust consistency)
  • Additional chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish thoroughly to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Cake Batter: In a large bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, eggs, and the required amount of water (or brewed coffee) according to the cake mix directions. Stir just until combined to avoid overmixing, which can toughen the cake.
  3. Incorporate Pudding Mix: Fold in the instant chocolate pudding mix evenly throughout the cake batter, adding moisture and richness to the cake.
  4. Add Peanut Butter Cups: Chop 6-8 Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups roughly and gently fold them into the batter, ensuring even distribution.
  5. Pour Batter in Pan: Transfer the batter to the greased baking pan and spread it out evenly for uniform baking.
  6. Prepare Peanut Butter Drizzle: In a separate bowl, mix creamy peanut butter with powdered sugar until smooth, creating a thick drizzle. Drizzle this mixture over the top of the cake batter in a zigzag pattern for added flavor and texture.
  7. Bake the Cake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs but no wet batter.
  8. Cool and Prepare Frosting: Let the cake cool in the pan for about 15 minutes. Meanwhile, prepare the frosting by mixing creamy peanut butter, powdered sugar, and a little milk until the consistency is spreadable.
  9. Frost the Cake: Once the cake is sufficiently cooled, spread the peanut butter frosting evenly over the top.
  10. Garnish: Sprinkle additional chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups on top for an extra indulgent finish.

Notes

  • For richer flavor, substitute water with brewed coffee when mixing the cake batter.
  • Do not overmix the cake batter to ensure a tender crumb.
  • Adjust the amount of powdered sugar in the peanut butter drizzle and frosting to your preferred sweetness.
  • Use creamy peanut butter for a smoother drizzle and frosting, but crunchy can be used if you prefer texture.
  • Let the cake cool before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
  • Store any leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Reese's, chocolate cake, peanut butter cup, earthquake cake, chocolate peanut butter dessert, pudding cake

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