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Strawberry Earthquake Cake

Irresistible Strawberry Earthquake Cake to Wow Every Guest

This Strawberry Earthquake Cake brings joy and warmth with creamy cheesecake swirls, juicy strawberries, and white chocolate crunches, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box Strawberry Cake Mix Any preferred brand will work fine.
  • 1.5 cups Fresh or Frozen Strawberries, chopped Thaw and drain excess moisture if using frozen.
  • 1 cup White Chocolate Chips or Chunks Adds melty sweetness to the cake.
  • 1 cup Sweetened Shredded Coconut Contributes a tropical touch.
  • 0.5 cup Chopped Pecans or Walnuts Optional for crunch; omit for nut-free.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor.
  • 3 large Eggs
  • 0.5 cup Oil
  • 1 cup Water
For the Cheesecake Swirl
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese, softened Opt for full-fat for best texture.
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter, softened
  • 2.5 cups Powdered Sugar Provides sweetness.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • mixing bowls
  • Spatula
  • whisk

Method
 

How to Make Strawberry Earthquake Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
  2. Prepare the strawberry cake mix according to the package directions.
  3. Fold in chopped strawberries, white chocolate chips, shredded coconut, and chopped nuts (if using).
  4. Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan.
  5. Beat the softened cream cheese and butter in a separate bowl until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture over the batter.
  7. Pour the remaining cake batter on top and gently swirl a knife through.
  8. Bake for 40–45 minutes or until the center is set.
  9. Cool the cake completely before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slicesCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Top with freshly whipped cream for an extra indulgent touch.

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