Description
Indulge in the irresistible combination of rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter with this Reese’s Peanut Butter Earthquake Cake. This comforting, easy-to-make dessert features a fudgy, peanut butter-swirled cake topped with chunks of Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups for an unbeatable flavor experience.
Ingredients
– 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
– 2 cups granulated sugar
– 4 large eggs
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1 cup creamy peanut butter
– 1 (11.5 oz) bag Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, chopped
Instructions
1. – Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
2. – In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and sugar until combined.
3. – Add the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition.
4. – In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
5. – Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
6. – Dollop the peanut butter over the batter and use a knife or spatula to swirl it through the batter.
7. – Scatter the chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups over the top of the batter.
8. – Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
9. – Allow the cake to cool completely before cutting and serving.
Notes
For best results, use room temperature ingredients. This cake can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 35
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American