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Earthquake Cake Recipes Every Peanut Butter Fan Will Love Recipe

Earthquake Cake Recipes Every Peanut Butter Fan Will Love Recipe
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This Earthquake Cake is a decadent treat perfect for peanut butter lovers, combining rich chocolate cake with a creamy peanut butter and cream cheese swirl, topped with chocolate chips and nuts for an irresistible texture and flavor contrast.

Ingredients

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Cake Batter

  • 1 box (15.25 oz) chocolate cake mix (any brand)
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs

Cream Cheese Mixture

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened (full-fat recommended)
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup creamy or crunchy peanut butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Toppings

  • 1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or milk chocolate)
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect baking temperature while you prepare the batter.
  2. Prepare Pan: Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan, or alternatively, use non-stick cooking spray to prevent the cake from sticking.
  3. Mix Cake Batter: In a large bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs. Mix according to the package instructions until everything is fully incorporated and smooth.
  4. Layer Batter: Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly to create the first layer.
  5. Make Cream Cheese Mixture: In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth to remove any lumps. Add the powdered sugar, peanut butter, and vanilla extract, then beat until creamy and thoroughly blended.
  6. Add Cream Cheese Swirls: Drop spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cake batter in the pan. Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the cream cheese into the batter, creating a marbled effect.
  7. Top with Remaining Batter: Carefully pour the remaining chocolate cake batter over the cream cheese swirls and spread gently to cover everything evenly without mixing the layers together.
  8. Add Toppings: Sprinkle the chocolate chips and optional chopped nuts evenly over the top to add texture and extra flavor.
  9. Bake: Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes. The top should appear cracked, and when you insert a toothpick into the center, it should come out mostly clean but with some moist crumbs to ensure a fudgy texture.
  10. Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 to 15 minutes before serving. For a gooier texture, serve warm, or let it cool completely for clean, neat slices.

Notes

  • The type of peanut butter can be creamy or crunchy based on your preference; both work well in this recipe.
  • Using full-fat cream cheese provides the best texture and flavor.
  • Chilling the cake slightly before slicing can make for cleaner cuts.
  • Optional nuts add a nice crunch but can be omitted for nut allergies.
  • Storing leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator will keep the cake fresh for up to 4 days.

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