Strawberry Earthquake Cake

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Ingredients

Cake Layer

  • 1 box (15.25 oz) strawberry cake mix
  • 1 cup water
  • ⅓ cup vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced

Cream Cheese Layer

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Optional Toppings

  • ½ cup white chocolate chips
  • ½ cup shredded coconut
  • Fresh strawberries for garnish

Instructions

1. Prepare the Cake Batter

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, water, oil, and eggs.
  4. Beat until smooth.
  5. Fold in the sliced strawberries.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.

2. Make the Cream Cheese Mixture

  1. In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
  2. Mix in the melted butter and vanilla extract.
  3. Gradually add the powdered sugar and beat until creamy.

3. Assemble

  1. Spoon the cream cheese mixture over the cake batter in several dollops.
  2. Lightly swirl with a knife, leaving visible ribbons throughout the cake.
  3. Sprinkle with white chocolate chips and shredded coconut if using.

4. Bake

  1. Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is lightly golden.
  2. Allow the cake to cool before slicing.

5. Serve

  1. Garnish with fresh strawberries if desired.
  2. Serve slightly warm or chilled.

Tips

  • Do not over-swirl the cream cheese mixture; distinct pockets create the classic earthquake cake texture.
  • Fresh strawberries provide the best flavor, but frozen strawberries can be used if well drained.
  • Refrigerate leftovers because of the cream cheese layer.
  • Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an extra-special dessert.

Prep Time

15 minutes

Bake Time

45 minutes

Total Time

1 hour

Servings

12 servings

Nutritional Information (Approximate per serving)

  • Calories: 380–480 kcal
  • Protein: 4–6 g
  • Fat: 16–22 g
  • Carbohydrates: 55–65 g
  • Fiber: 1–2 g
  • Sugar: 40–50 g

Conclusion

Strawberry Earthquake Cake combines moist strawberry cake, rich cream cheese swirls, and bursts of fresh fruit into a dessert that’s both beautiful and delicious. It’s perfect for parties, potlucks, or whenever you’re craving a sweet strawberry treat.

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