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Strawberry Earthquake Cake

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This strawberry earthquake cake is a gooey, indulgent dessert made with strawberry cake mix, cream cheese, white chocolate chips, and optional fresh strawberries. Its cracked, swirled top gives it a fun “earthquake” look while delivering rich, irresistible flavor.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40–45 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 12–16 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1 box strawberry cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box: eggs, oil, and water)
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips
  • 1 cup chopped fresh or frozen strawberries (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Prepare strawberry cake mix according to package directions. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
  3. In a bowl, beat softened cream cheese with melted butter until smooth.
  4. Mix in powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  5. Drop spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture over the cake batter without swirling.
  6. Sprinkle white chocolate chips and optional strawberries over the top.
  7. Bake for 40–45 minutes, until edges are set and the center is mostly baked but still gooey.
  8. Let cool at least 30 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Swap white chocolate chips for milk or semi-sweet chocolate chips for a different flavor.
  • Add a swirl of strawberry jam for extra fruitiness.
  • Try lemon or vanilla cake mix for a variation.
  • Top with chopped nuts for crunch.
  • Serve with whipped cream or ice cream for extra indulgence.

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