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Reese’s Poke Cake is a delightful dessert that combines the flavors of rich chocolate cake and creamy peanut butter. It’s an easy recipe that is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a birthday party, family gathering, or just a sweet treat at home. This cake is sure to please anyone who loves the classic combination of chocolate and peanut butter. With layers of cake, frosting, and gooey peanut butter sauce, it’s a dessert that stands out.
How to Make Reese’s Poke Cake
Ingredients:
- 1 box Devil’s food cake mix
- Ingredients required for cake mix (usually eggs, oil, and water)
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup chocolate frosting
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- Crushed Reese’s peanut butter cups for topping (optional)
Directions:
- Prepare the Cake: Preheat your oven according to the instructions on the cake mix box. Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan. Mix the Devil’s food cake according to the package instructions.
- Bake the Cake: Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan and bake for the time recommended on the box. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
- Poke the Cake: Once the cake is slightly cooled, use the handle of a wooden spoon to poke holes all over the top of the cake.
- Make the Peanut Butter Sauce: In a bowl, mix the peanut butter, milk, and powdered sugar until smooth. Pour this mixture over the cake, making sure it goes into the holes.
- Frost the Cake: Spread the chocolate frosting over the cake, covering the top evenly.
- Add Toppings: If desired, sprinkle crushed Reese’s peanut butter cups over the frosting for an extra treat.
- Chill and Serve: Let the cake chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving. This helps the flavors meld together.
How to Serve Reese’s Poke Cake
Slice the cake into squares to serve. It can be enjoyed on its own, or you can add a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side for an extra sweet touch. This cake is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
How to Store Reese’s Poke Cake
Store any leftover cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will stay fresh for about 3-4 days. You might find that the flavors get even better after a day in the fridge!
Tips to Make Reese’s Poke Cake
- Ensure the cake is completely cooled before poking holes to prevent it from falling apart.
- For a more intense flavor, heat the peanut butter slightly in the microwave before mixing it with milk and sugar.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of peanut butter sauce based on your taste preference.
Variation
You can swap the chocolate frosting for peanut butter frosting if you want even more peanut butter flavor. You could also try using yellow or white cake mix instead of Devil’s food cake for a different twist!
FAQs
1. Can I use homemade cake instead of a box mix? Yes, you can use a homemade chocolate cake recipe if you prefer.
2. Is there a gluten-free version of this cake? You can use gluten-free cake mix instead of regular Devil’s food cake mix to make it gluten-free.
3. How can I make this cake ahead of time? You can bake the cake a day in advance and store it in the refrigerator. Just frost it the day you plan to serve it for the best texture.
Reese's Poke Cake
Ingredients
- 1 box Devil's food cake mix
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter For the peanut butter sauce
- 1 cup chocolate frosting For frosting the cake
- 1/2 cup milk For the peanut butter sauce
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar For the peanut butter sauce
- 1/2 cup Crushed Reese’s peanut butter cups Optional topping
Method
- Preheat your oven according to the instructions on the cake mix box. Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- Mix the Devil's food cake according to the package instructions.
- Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan and bake for the time recommended on the box.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
- Once the cake is slightly cooled, use the handle of a wooden spoon to poke holes all over the top of the cake.
- In a bowl, mix the peanut butter, milk, and powdered sugar until smooth. Pour this mixture over the cake, making sure it goes into the holes.
- Spread the chocolate frosting over the cake, covering the top evenly.
- If desired, sprinkle crushed Reese’s peanut butter cups over the frosting for an extra treat.
- Let the cake chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving to help the flavors meld together.