Reese’s Chocolate Peanut Butter Earthquake Cake
A delightful collision of flavors with rich chocolate cake, creamy peanut butter, and a decadent filling that creates a unique ‘earthquake’ effect.
Ingredients
For the cake
- 1 box chocolate cake mix
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
For the filling
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
For the topping
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped peanuts (optional) For added crunch and flavor
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your cake pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs. Blend until smooth.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the peanut butter, cream cheese, and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Spoon the peanut butter filling over the chocolate layer in the pan.
- Pour the remaining chocolate cake batter over the filling, then top with chocolate chips and optional chopped peanuts.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Notes
For best results, measure ingredients accurately and ensure the cream cheese is softened for a smooth filling. Store leftover cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.