Get ready to experience the most mind-blowing dessert that will make your taste buds dance with joy! This Easy Reese's Peanut Butter Poke Cake is not just a dessert - it's a decadent journey of chocolate and peanut butter bliss that will have everyone begging for your secret recipe. Imagine a moist chocolate cake infused with creamy peanut butter, drizzled with rich chocolate fudge, and topped with whipped cream and crushed Reese's cups - it's basically dessert heaven in every single bite!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 servings
Ingredients
- 1 box chocolate cake mix
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1 cup milk
- 1 jar chocolate fudge sauce
- 1 cup whipped topping
- 1/2 cup crushed Reese's cups
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking dish to prevent the cake from sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, prepare the chocolate cake mix according to the package instructions. This usually involves combining the cake mix with water, oil, and eggs. Mix until well combined and smooth.
- Pour the prepared cake batter into the greased baking dish, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Bake the cake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
- While the cake is cooling, prepare the poke filling. In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup of peanut butter and 1 cup of milk. Whisk together until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- After the cake has cooled for 10 minutes, use the handle of a wooden spoon or a skewer to poke holes all over the top of the cake, about 1 inch apart.
- Pour the peanut butter and milk mixture evenly over the top of the cake, ensuring that it seeps into the holes. Allow the cake to absorb the mixture for about 15 minutes.
- Next, warm the jar of chocolate fudge sauce in the microwave for about 20-30 seconds or until it is pourable. Drizzle the warm fudge sauce over the top of the cake, covering it evenly.
- Spread 1 cup of whipped topping over the chocolate fudge layer, smoothing it out with a spatula.
- Finally, sprinkle 1/2 cup of crushed Reese's cups over the whipped topping for added texture and flavor.
- Cover the cake with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the cake to set.
- Once chilled, slice the cake into squares and serve. Enjoy your delicious Easy Reese's Peanut Butter Poke Cake!
Tips
- Make sure your cake is slightly warm when poking holes to help the peanut butter mixture absorb better.
- Use a wooden spoon handle or the back of a wooden skewer to create evenly spaced holes.
- For extra richness, use whole milk when mixing the peanut butter filling.
- Let the cake chill for at least an hour to allow flavors to meld and set properly.
- For a more intense peanut butter flavor, use creamy peanut butter at room temperature.
- If you want a smoother top, use an offset spatula when spreading the whipped topping.
- Store the cake in the refrigerator and consume within 3-4 days for the best taste and texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 450kcal
Carbohydrates: 55g
Protein: 8g
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 25mg
