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Reese’s Peanut Butter Earthquake Cake

Reese’s Peanut Butter Earthquake Cake: A Chocolate Dream!

Enjoy a rich fusion of chocolate and peanut butter with this Reese’s Peanut Butter Earthquake Cake, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Base
  • 1 box Chocolate Cake Mix Dark chocolate mix elevates richness
  • 1 cup Water Can substitute with milk for creamier results
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Can be substituted with melted coconut oil
  • 3 large Eggs Use flax eggs for a vegan option
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Creamy Peanut Butter Almond butter is a unique alternative
  • 1 cup Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups Essential for the gooey center
For the Creamy Topping
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Must be softened for easy blending
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Margarine or coconut oil can be used
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Can use coconut sugar as alternative
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Pure extract enhances flavor

Equipment

  • Oven
  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Handheld mixer
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs. Blend on medium speed for about 2 minutes.
  3. Gently fold in the chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups.
  4. Pour half of the batter into the prepared baking dish and drizzle sweetened condensed milk over it.
  5. Top with the remaining batter, covering the condensed milk layer.
  6. Bake for 30-35 minutes. A toothpick inserted should come out with moist crumbs.
  7. Let the cake cool in the dish for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese and butter are at room temperature for smoother mixing. Avoid overmixing to maintain a light texture.

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