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Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Poke Cake Recipe

Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Poke Cake Recipe
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Indulge in the rich and delightful Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Poke Cake, a moist chocolate cake filled with sweetened condensed milk, peanut butter, and hot fudge sauce, then topped with fluffy whipped topping and chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups for the perfect combination of chocolate and peanut butter in every bite.

Ingredients

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Cake

  • 1 box chocolate cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box: eggs, oil, water)

Filling & Topping

  • 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup hot fudge sauce
  • 1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
  • 1 cup chopped mini Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cake: Preheat your oven according to the cake mix instructions. Prepare the chocolate cake batter as directed on the box using the required eggs, oil, and water, then pour into a greased 9×13-inch baking pan and bake as instructed.
  2. Poke the Cake: Once the cake is baked and slightly cooled but still warm, use the handle of a wooden spoon or a similar tool to poke holes all over the cake evenly.
  3. Pour Sweetened Condensed Milk: Slowly pour the sweetened condensed milk over the top of the cake, allowing it to seep into the holes, creating a moist and rich texture throughout the cake.
  4. Mix Peanut Butter and Hot Fudge: In a small bowl, mix together the peanut butter and hot fudge sauce until smooth and combined, then drizzle or spoon this mixture evenly over the cake, working it into some of the holes as well.
  5. Chill the Cake: Refrigerate the cake for at least 1-2 hours to let the flavors meld and the filling set nicely.
  6. Add Whipped Topping: After chilling, spread the thawed whipped topping evenly over the top of the cake, covering it completely.
  7. Garnish: Sprinkle the chopped mini Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups generously over the whipped topping for a crunchy, chocolatey finish.
  8. Serve: Slice into squares and serve chilled. Keep refrigerated until serving for the best texture and flavor.

Notes

  • For a homemade touch, use your favorite chocolate cake recipe instead of a boxed mix.
  • Ensure the cake is warm when poking and pouring the sweetened condensed milk for better absorption.
  • You can substitute mini Reese’s cups with chopped full-size cups if preferred.
  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • To make it more festive, add a sprinkle of chopped peanuts or drizzle with additional hot fudge sauce before serving.

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Keywords: Reese’s peanut butter cup poke cake, chocolate poke cake, peanut butter dessert, Layered chocolate cake, easy chocolate dessert

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