Description
Strawberry Earthquake Cake is a delightful and visually stunning dessert featuring a moist strawberry cake base swirled with a rich and creamy cream cheese mixture. Topped with fresh strawberries and white chocolate chips, this cake offers a perfect balance of fruity sweetness and creamy texture, making it an irresistible treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
- 1 box strawberry cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box – usually eggs, oil, and water)
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh strawberries
Cream Cheese Swirl
- 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake Batter: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Prepare the strawberry cake mix according to the package instructions, combining the mix with the required eggs, oil, and water. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
- Make the Cream Cheese Mixture: In a separate bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and unsalted butter until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to beat the mixture until light and fluffy.
- Combine and Swirl: Drop spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture over the strawberry cake batter in the pan. Using a knife, gently swirl the cream cheese into the batter to create a marbled effect. Sprinkle the top evenly with white chocolate chips and chopped fresh strawberries.
- Bake the Cake: Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the edges are set, and the center is slightly jiggly. During baking, the cream cheese layer will sink and crack, creating the characteristic ‘earthquake’ appearance.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan before slicing. Serve it as-is for a soft texture or chilled for a firmer consistency.
Notes
- For extra flavor and texture, sprinkle a handful of sweetened shredded coconut or chopped pecans on top before baking.
- This cake is best stored in the refrigerator and will keep fresh for up to 4 days.
- Make sure the cream cheese and butter are fully softened for a smoother swirl mixture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 36 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 49 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
