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Strawberry Earthquake Cake Recipe
Delilah Cooks

Strawberry Earthquake Cake Recipe

Strawberry Earthquake Cake is a rich and fun dessert that looks beautiful on every table. This Strawberry Earthquake Cake combines sweet strawberries, creamy cheesecake filling, and moist cake in one amazing treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box strawberry cake mix 15.25 ounces
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup water
For the Cream Cheese Layer
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Strawberry Filling
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries chopped
  • 2 tablespoons strawberry jam
Optional Toppings
  • 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup shredded coconut
  • Fresh strawberry slices
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Method
 

cooking Instructions for Strawberry Earthquake Cake
    Prepare the Baking Dish
    1. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish lightly. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. This step helps the cake bake evenly and release easily.
    Mix the Cake Batter
    1. Combine cake mix, eggs, oil, and water in a large bowl. Beat until smooth and fully mixed without any dry pockets remaining.
    Add the Strawberries
    1. Fold chopped strawberries and strawberry jam into the batter. Stir gently so the fruit spreads evenly throughout the mixture without breaking apart.
    Pour the Batter
    1. Transfer the strawberry batter into the prepared baking dish. Use a spatula to spread everything into an even layer from corner to corner.
    Make the Cream Cheese Filling
    1. Beat softened cream cheese, melted butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together. Continue mixing until the filling becomes smooth, creamy, and lump free.
    Add Cream Cheese Dollops
    1. Drop spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture over the cake batter. Leave small spaces between each dollop for beautiful swirls and cracks.
    Create Gentle Swirls
    1. Use a butter knife to swirl the cream cheese lightly. Avoid overmixing because the uneven appearance creates the classic earthquake cake look.
    Add Optional Toppings
    1. Sprinkle white chocolate chips and shredded coconut across the surface. These toppings add extra texture and wonderful sweetness after baking.
    Bake the Cake
    1. Place the dish into the oven and bake for forty-five minutes. The center should be set while the cream cheese remains soft and rich.
    Cool and Serve
    1. Allow the cake to cool for at least twenty minutes. Garnish with fresh strawberries and powdered sugar before slicing and serving.

    Notes

    • Use room-temperature cream cheese.
    • Choose fresh and ripe strawberries.
    • Do not overmix the cream cheese swirls.
    • Grease the baking dish well.
    • Let the cake cool before cutting.
    • Store leftovers in the refrigerator.
    • Add white chocolate for extra sweetness.
    • Use quality vanilla extract.
    • Test doneness with a toothpick.
    • Serve with fresh berries.