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Strawberry Earthquake Cake

Strawberry Earthquake Cake - A Creamy, Fruity Delight

Strawberry Earthquake Cake is a nostalgic dessert that combines fresh strawberries with creamy cheesecake swirls, perfect for any celebration.
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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 Choose your favorite brand.
  • 1.5 cups Fresh or Frozen Strawberries Thaw and drain if using frozen.
  • 1 cup White Chocolate Chips Melted beautifully adds sweetness.
  • 1 cup Sweetened Shredded Coconut Adds a tropical twist.
  • 0.5 cup Chopped Pecans/Walnuts Optional for nutty crunch.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Deepens flavor profile.
  • Ingredients from Cake Mix (eggs, oil, water) Follow the mix instructions.
For the Cheesecake Layer
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Softened, full-fat recommended.
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter Softened for richness.
  • 2.5 cups Powdered Sugar Sweetens cheesecake perfectly.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch pan.
  2. Prepare the strawberry cake mix according to package instructions.
  3. Gently fold in the chopped strawberries, white chocolate chips, shredded coconut, and chopped nuts.
  4. Pour half of the prepared batter into the greased pan.
  5. In a separate bowl, beat together cream cheese and unsalted butter until smooth, then add powdered sugar and vanilla.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture over the first cake layer.
  7. Pour the remaining batter over the cheesecake mix and swirl with a knife.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  9. Allow the cake to cool in the pan on a wire rack for 30-45 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, ensure cream cheese and butter are softened. Avoid overmixing to maintain a light texture. Store in an airtight container.

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