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Reese’s Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Earthquake Cake

Reese’s Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Earthquake Cake

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Indulge in the delightful experience of Reese’s Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Earthquake Cake, a dessert that perfectly marries rich dark chocolate and creamy peanut butter. This easy-to-make cake features a fudgy texture with chunks of Reese’s cups nestled within, topped with a luscious peanut butter frosting. Ideal for birthdays, celebrations, or cozy nights at home, this decadent dessert will surely satisfy any sweet tooth while impressing your guests. With its unique earthquake effect and versatile serving options, you can elevate this treat to new heights by pairing it with vanilla ice cream or fresh berries.

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)
  • vanilla ice cream (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Prepare the cake mix according to package instructions and pour into the baking dish.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat together cream cheese, softened butter, creamy peanut butter, and vanilla until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar until thick.
  4. Spread the peanut butter frosting over the cake batter, then sprinkle with chocolate chips and halved Reese's cups.
  5. Bake for 45-50 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely before slicing.

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