Strawberry Earthquake Cake: Easy Indulgence for Home Bakers
A deliciously indulgent dessert with layers of strawberry flavor and a surprise cheesecake center.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 box chocolate cake mix
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 2 cups strawberries, sliced
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup shredded coconut
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix the cake mix, water, oil, and eggs until well combined.
- Pour half of the batter into a greased baking dish.
- In another bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Spoon the cream cheese mixture over the batter in the baking dish.
- Add the sliced strawberries on top of the cream cheese mixture.
- Pour the remaining batter over the top.
- Sprinkle shredded coconut on top.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool before serving.
Notes
- For an extra touch, add chocolate chips to the batter.
- Serve with whipped cream for added sweetness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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