If you’re looking for the ultimate dessert to wow a crowd, look no further than the Reese’s Peanut Butter Earthquake Cake. It’s rich, gooey, messy in the best way, and overflowing with chocolate-peanut butter goodness. Imagine a fudgy chocolate cake base, stuffed with Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, swirled with a sweet cream cheese filling, and loaded with chocolate chips and peanut butter drizzle. This is not just cake—it’s an experience.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This isn’t your ordinary chocolate cake. The “earthquake” name comes from the cracks, swirls, and gooey pockets that form as it bakes, creating irresistible textures and flavors in every bite.
Here’s why it’ll become your new favorite indulgence:
- Decadent layers – Chocolate cake, creamy filling, and melty Reese’s pieces.
- Crowd-pleasing – Perfect for potlucks, birthdays, or holidays.
- Easy to make – Starts with a cake mix, but tastes like it came from a bakery.
- Irresistible flavor combo – Peanut butter + chocolate = dessert heaven.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- 1 box chocolate cake mix (plus eggs, oil, and water as directed on the box)
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 ½ cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup peanut butter chips
- 1 ½ cups chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups
- Optional: warm peanut butter or chocolate syrup for drizzling