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Strawberry Earthquake Cake Recipe

Strawberry Earthquake Cake Recipe
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Strawberry Earthquake Cake is a luscious, moist strawberry-flavored cake loaded with a creamy, sweet cream cheese frosting topped with fresh strawberries and melted white chocolate chips. This delightful dessert is perfect for gatherings and offers a rich strawberry taste with a unique texture contrast from the cream cheese topping and melted chips.

Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

  • 1 box (15.25 ounces) strawberry cake mix
  • 3 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 cup water
  • ½ cup vegetable oil

Cream Cheese Frosting

  • 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese (softened to room temperature)
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
  • 2 ½ cups confectioners’ sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt

Toppings

  • 1 cup diced strawberries (plus extra for garnish)
  • 2 cups white chocolate chips
  • Vanilla ice cream (optional for serving)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan thoroughly to ensure the cake doesn’t stick.
  2. Mix Cake Batter: In a mixing bowl, combine the strawberry cake mix, eggs, water, and vegetable oil. Beat the mixture until smooth and well incorporated.
  3. Bake Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating the cake is fully baked.
  4. Prepare Cream Cheese Frosting: While the cake bakes, beat together the softened cream cheese and melted butter until creamy and smooth. Gradually add the confectioners’ sugar, vanilla extract, and kosher salt, beating continuously until the frosting is fluffy and well combined.
  5. Add Toppings: Once the cake has finished baking, remove it from the oven. Sprinkle the diced strawberries and white chocolate chips evenly over the cake surface. Spoon dollops of the cream cheese frosting over the toppings.
  6. Second Bake: Return the cake to the oven and bake for an additional 15 to 20 minutes until the topping sets and the white chocolate begins to melt into the cream cheese mixture.
  7. Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool for at least 30 minutes, letting the layers set. Serve with additional fresh strawberries and a scoop of vanilla ice cream if desired for a decadent dessert experience.

Notes

  • Ensure eggs and cream cheese are at room temperature for better mixing and smoother texture.
  • Do not overbake the cake to keep it moist and tender.
  • Use fresh strawberries for best flavor and texture.
  • The cake can be refrigerated after cooling and served chilled or warmed slightly before serving.
  • Vanilla ice cream is optional but adds a creamy complement to the dessert.

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