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Strawberry Earthquake Cake

Strawberry Earthquake Cake That Will Brighten Your Day

This Strawberry Earthquake Cake combines moist strawberry cake with luscious cream cheese topping, creating an irresistible treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 package strawberry cake mix A sweet and fruity base
  • 3 large eggs Adds richness and binds ingredients
  • 1 cup water Essential for hydration, can be replaced with milk
  • ⅓ cup vegetable oil Keeps the cake moist; melted butter is a substitute
For the Cream Cheese Topping
  • 8 ounces cream cheese Ensure it’s softened for easy mixing
  • ¼ cup butter Should be melted before use
  • 2 cups confectioners' sugar Sweetens the topping
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances overall flavor
  • a pinch kosher salt Balances out the sweetness
For the Topping
  • 1 cup diced strawberries Fresh, elevates flavor and presentation
  • ½ cup white chocolate chips Can use dark chocolate chips as an alternative

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking pan
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine strawberry cake mix, eggs, water, and vegetable oil. Mix until blended.
  3. Pour the batter into the baking pan and bake for 30-35 minutes. Check with a toothpick for doneness.
  4. Prepare the cream cheese topping by beating together cream cheese and butter, then adding sugar, vanilla, and salt.
  5. Once the cake is baked, sprinkle diced strawberries and chocolate chips over it. Spoon cream cheese mixture on top.
  6. Return to oven for another 15-20 minutes until topping is set and lightly golden.
  7. Allow cake to cool for at least 30 minutes. Garnish with fresh strawberries if desired before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 6IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for easy blending. Don't overmix the batter, and allow the cake to cool before serving for better flavor.

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