Reese’s Chocolate Peanut Butter Bundt

This homemade Reese’s chocolate peanut butter bundt cake is a showstopper for any celebratory table or simple family gathering. With swirls of rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter plus hidden bites of Reese’s cups and peanut butter chips, it brings together everything peanut butter and chocolate lovers crave.

When I first brought this cake to a neighbor’s potluck, not a crumb was left. Now whenever there is a family event, I am always asked to bring this cake along.

Gather Your Ingredients

• Chocolate cake mix: Choose a quality boxed mix for the richest base look for deep chocolate color and cocoa content on the label
• Sour cream: Adds moisture and richness opt for full fat for best results
• Peanut butter: Creamy style perfectly balances the chocolate go for a brand with minimal added sugar and smooth texture
• Eggs: Large eggs help bind and lift the cake freshness matters
• Peanut butter chips: These melt into little pockets of flavor use a well known brand for true flavor
• Mini Reese’s cups: Chopped and folded in bring signature candy flavor use the freshest miniatures for best taste
• Powdered sugar: Option for a light dusting or skip if making the chocolate glaze use real powdered not granulated

How to Make It

Preheat and Prepare Oven:

Set oven to a moderate temperature like three hundred fifty degrees Fahrenheit and grease your bundt pan very well with butter or nonstick spray be sure to get into every crevice to prevent sticking

Mix the Batter:

In a large mixing bowl combine the chocolate cake mix sour cream creamy peanut butter and eggs Stir gently at first incorporating dry into wet then beat until smooth and well combined Make sure no streaks of flour remain

Fold in Additions:

Using a spatula carefully fold in peanut butter chips and chopped mini Reese’s cups Try to spread the mix ins evenly so each slice gets plenty

Fill the Pan:

Pour the batter into the greased bundt pan Smooth the top with a spatula to ensure even baking and clean look

Bake:

Place the pan in the center of the oven and bake for about thirty to forty five minutes Begin checking at thirty with a toothpick inserted into the thickest part It should come out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs

Cool and Release:

Remove the cake from the oven Let it cool in the pan for ten minutes Run a thin knife around the edge if needed Invert onto a wire rack or serving plate and lift the pan off carefully

Optional Chocolate Glaze:

If you want to glaze instead of dust Heat a half cup of cream until warm not boiling Pour over one cup of chocolate chips Let sit a minute then stir until smooth and glossy Drizzle over the cooled cake and let set

My personal favorite part is the gooey melted mini Reese’s cups a trick I learned after my kids started requesting extra candy in the mix I will never forget my daughter’s face the first time she saw the hidden chocolate ribbon inside

Flavor Boosters

You can swap sour cream with full fat plain Greek yogurt if needed Almond butter can replace peanut butter for a different twist Other brands of chocolate candy can be chopped and swapped for mini Reese’s cups

Serving Suggestions

Slice and serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for dessert perfection For celebrations top with extra chopped Reese’s or a peanut butter drizzle This cake shines just as well on a simple weeknight as it does at a birthday

Creative Twists

Try adding a swirl of pumpkin puree in the fall or use white chocolate chips in spring For winter holidays dress up the top with festive sprinkles or chopped seasonal candies

This cake travels well and is a crowd pleaser for almost any type of event. Friends and family always look forward to sharing a slice together.

Common Questions About This Recipe

→ Can I use chunky peanut butter?

Chunky peanut butter can be used, though creamy will result in a smoother texture.

→ What can I substitute for mini Reese’s cups?

Try chopped peanut butter candies or chocolate chips for a similar flavor combination.

→ Do I need a glaze, or is powdered sugar enough?

Both work well. Powdered sugar offers a lighter finish, while glaze gives extra richness.

→ How should I store leftovers?

Keep the cake covered at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for longer freshness.

→ Can I freeze this cake?

Yes, slice and wrap the cake tightly before freezing for up to one month.