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Ultimate Reese’s Peanut Butter Poke Cake – Easy Homemade Dessert

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This Ultimate Reese’s Peanut Butter Poke Cake is a rich, indulgent dessert featuring moist chocolate cake infused with creamy peanut butter filling and topped with silky chocolate ganache. It’s surprisingly easy to make and perfect for parties, potlucks, or any occasion that calls for a crowd-pleasing treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box (15.25 oz) chocolate cake mix
  • Eggs, oil, and water (as per box instructions)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup chopped Reese’s peanut butter cups (optional)
  • Flaky sea salt (optional)
  • Whipped cream (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. Prepare the cake batter according to the box instructions, adding the vanilla extract if using. Pour into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  3. Let the cake cool in the pan on a cooling rack for 10 minutes.
  4. While the cake cools, make the peanut butter filling: In a medium bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, creamy peanut butter, and whole milk until smooth and pourable.
  5. Poke holes all over the cake using the handle of a wooden spoon or a chopstick, spacing them about 1 inch apart and poking all the way to the bottom.
  6. Pour the peanut butter filling evenly over the cake, using a spatula to help it flow into the holes. Let sit for 10-15 minutes to absorb.
  7. Make the chocolate ganache: Place chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl. Heat heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it just simmers. Pour hot cream over chocolate chips, let sit for 2 minutes, then add butter and whisk until smooth and glossy.
  8. Pour the ganache over the cake and spread evenly with a spatula. Sprinkle chopped Reese’s peanut butter cups and flaky sea salt on top while ganache is still wet.
  9. Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours (overnight is best) before serving.

Notes

For best results, refrigerate overnight to allow flavors to meld. Use room temperature peanut butter for a smooth filling. To get clean slices, run a knife under hot water and wipe dry between cuts.

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