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Peanut Butter Earthquake Cake

A delicious chocolate cake marbled with creamy peanut butter filling, topped with chocolate chips and Mini Reese’s.

  • Total Time: 65 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 package chocolate cake mix plus oil, eggs, and water as directed
  • 340 g cream cheese, softened
  • 120 ml butter, softened
  • 180 ml creamy peanut butter
  • 5 ml vanilla extract
  • 480 ml powdered sugar
  • 120 ml chocolate chips
  • 360 ml mini Reese’s peanut butter cups, unwrapped and halved

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F).
  2. Grease a 23×33 cm (9×13 inch) baking pan and lightly dust it with flour or cocoa powder.
  3. Prepare the chocolate cake batter according to package instructions, using the correct amount of oil, eggs, and water.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
  5. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, butter, and peanut butter until creamy.
  6. Add vanilla extract and mix well.
  7. Gradually add powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
  8. Spoon the peanut butter filling onto the chocolate batter.
  9. Swirl with a knife or skewer to create a marbled effect.
  10. Top evenly with halved Reese’s and chocolate chips.
  11. Bake for 45-50 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick.
  12. Allow to cool in the pan before serving.

Notes

Serve warm or cold. A scoop of vanilla ice cream pairs wonderfully with it.

  • Author: noramania
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 35g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg
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