Reese’s Peanut Butter Earthquake
Reese’s Peanut Butter Earthquake is a mouthwatering dessert that combines rich chocolate cake with creamy peanut butter and chunks of Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups. This indulgent treat transforms everyday moments into sweet celebrations, delivering a gooey texture and an explosion of delightful flavors. Topped with whipped cream and drizzled with chocolate sauce, it’s the ultimate comfort dessert that everyone will adore.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 box chocolate cake mix (15.25 oz)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup water (or coffee for extra flavor)
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup chopped Reese's Peanut Butter Cups
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 cups whipped cream
- ½ cup chocolate sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a large baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, eggs, and water. Whisk until smooth.
- Gently swirl in the peanut butter to create ribbons throughout the batter.
- Fold in the chopped Reese's and chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out mostly clean.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing into squares. Serve topped with whipped cream and drizzled with chocolate sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (100g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: - Substitute water with coffee for enhanced flavor depth. - Customize toppings by adding crushed Oreos or caramel sauce for added flair. - Ensure cooling before layering toppings to prevent melting.