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Strawberry Earthquake Cake Recipe

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Strawberry Earthquake Cake is a decadent, moist strawberry-flavored dessert featuring a rich cream cheese topping, melted white chocolate chips, and fresh strawberries. This layered treat combines a fluffy strawberry cake base with a creamy, sweet topping that melts and spreads during baking, creating a visually dramatic and delicious ‘earthquake’ effect. Perfect for spring and summer gatherings, it can be served warm or at room temperature, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

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 and Garnish

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan thoroughly to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix cake batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the strawberry cake mix, 3 large eggs, 1 cup water, and ½ cup vegetable oil. Use an electric mixer or whisk to blend until the batter is smooth and well incorporated.
  3. Bake the cake: Pour the prepared batter evenly into the greased baking pan. Place it in the oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean.
  4. Prepare cream cheese frosting: While the cake bakes, beat together 8 ounces of softened cream cheese and ½ cup melted unsalted butter until creamy and smooth. Gradually add 2 ½ cups confectioners’ sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and ¼ teaspoon kosher salt, beating until all ingredients are fully combined and fluffy.
  5. Add toppings and bake again: Once the cake has finished the initial bake, remove it from the oven. Sprinkle 1 cup of diced strawberries and 2 cups of white chocolate chips evenly over the top. Dollop spoonfuls of the cream cheese frosting mixture above the toppings. Return the baking pan to the oven and bake for another 15 to 20 minutes until the topping is set and melted.
  6. Cool and serve: Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool for at least 30 minutes to set fully. Garnish with additional fresh strawberries if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally with vanilla ice cream.

Notes

  • Make sure your cream cheese is softened to room temperature for best mixing results.
  • Use fresh strawberries for the best flavor and texture contrast.
  • The second baking step melts the white chocolate chips and allows the cream cheese topping to set, creating the ‘earthquake’ effect.
  • Allow the cake to cool sufficiently before cutting to avoid crumbling.
  • Vanilla ice cream pairs wonderfully with this cake, adding a creamy cold contrast to the warm dessert.

Keywords: Strawberry cake, cream cheese frosting, white chocolate, dessert, berry cake, easy cake recipe

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