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A top-down view of a Reese's Peanut Butter Cup Poke Cake with chopped candy pieces and peanut butter frosting.

Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Poke Cake

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Description

Experience a flavor revolution with this decadent chocolate cake that serves as a canvas for rich peanut butter and vanilla pudding. This dessert transforms a simple box mix into a multi-layered masterpiece that is incredibly moist and loaded with the classic salty-sweet profile of a Reese’s cup.

Ingredients

  • 1 (15.25 oz) box chocolate cake mix (plus ingredients required by package)
  • 1 (3.4 oz) package vanilla instant pudding mix
  • 2 cups cold milk
  • 1 1/2 cups creamy peanut butter, divided
  • 1 (16 oz) container chocolate frosting
  • 1 (8 oz) container whipped topping, thawed
  • 25 mini peanut butter cups, chopped

Instructions

  1. Bake the chocolate cake in a 13×9-inch pan according to the box instructions and let it cool for about 15 to 20 minutes.
  2. Using the round end of a wooden spoon, poke holes across the entire surface of the cake about 1/2 to 1 inch apart.
  3. Whisk the vanilla pudding mix with the cold milk for two minutes until it begins to thicken, then whisk in 1/2 cup of creamy peanut butter until smooth.
  4. Pour the pudding mixture over the cake immediately, using a spatula to press the mixture deep into the holes.
  5. Heat the chocolate frosting in the microwave for 15 to 20 seconds until it is pourable, then drizzle it over the pudding layer and spread evenly.
  6. In a separate bowl, whisk together the remaining 1 cup of peanut butter with the thawed whipped topping until fluffy, then spread it over the chocolate layer.
  7. Scatter the chopped mini peanut butter cups over the top of the cake, pressing them slightly into the whipped topping.
  8. Cover the cake and refrigerate for at least 4 hours to allow the layers to set and the flavors to marry before serving.

Notes

For the best texture, ensure your whipped topping is completely thawed before folding it with the peanut butter. If you prefer a more intense chocolate experience, try using a Devil’s Food cake mix as your base to contrast the sweetness of the pudding filling.

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

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