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Strawberry Earthquake Cake

Divine Strawberry Earthquake Cake: An Explosion of Yum

Enjoy a delightful Strawberry Earthquake Cake, a luscious blend of chocolate and strawberries that takes dessert to a whole new level.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Base
  • 1 box Chocolate Cake Mix Substitute with a gluten-free cake mix if needed.
  • 1 cup Water
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Melted coconut oil can be used for flavor.
  • 3 large Eggs No substitutes recommended.
For the Cream Cheese Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Or vegan cream cheese for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Consider coconut sugar for a healthier alternative.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Almond extract can substitute for a lovely twist.
  • 1 cup Fresh Strawberries Thaw and drain if using frozen.
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips Semi-sweet or dark varieties.
  • 1 cup Chopped Nuts (optional) Walnuts or pecans are excellent choices.
  • 1 cup Additional Strawberries for Garnish

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs. Blend on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until smooth.
    Strawberry Earthquake Cake
  2. Pour half of the chocolate batter into the prepared dish and bake for 15 minutes; edges should set while the center remains soft.
    Strawberry Earthquake Cake
  3. Prepare cream cheese filling by beating cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until creamy. Fold in fresh strawberries.
    Strawberry Earthquake Cake
  4. Spread cream cheese filling over the warm cake layer evenly.
    Strawberry Earthquake Cake
  5. Pour remaining chocolate batter over the cream cheese filling and smooth out. Bake for an additional 20-25 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
    Strawberry Earthquake Cake
  6. During the last 5 minutes of baking, sprinkle chocolate chips and optional chopped nuts on top. Allow to cool for 10 minutes before serving.
    Strawberry Earthquake Cake

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. It can also be frozen for up to 2 months after wrapping tightly.

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