Strawberry Earthquake Cake
A rich, creamy, and delightfully swirled cake bursting with fresh strawberries and white chocolate chips. This easy-to-make dessert is as stunning as it is delicious!
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 1 box 15.25 oz strawberry cake mix
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup water
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted
- 2 to 2½ cups powdered sugar
- 1 to 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh strawberries diced
For Topping:
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- Optional Garnishes:
- Whipped cream or dairy-free whipped topping
- Additional fresh strawberries
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
Preheat and Prepare
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan with butter or nonstick spray.
Mix the Cake Batter
- In a large bowl, combine strawberry cake mix, eggs, oil, and water according to the package instructions.
- Stir gently until just combined (do not overmix).
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
Prepare the Cheesecake Filling
- In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese and melted butter until smooth.
- Gradually mix in powdered sugar and vanilla extract until creamy.
- Fold in the diced fresh strawberries for added flavor.
Assemble the Cake
- Drop spoonfuls of the cheesecake filling evenly over the cake batter.
- Sprinkle the top with white chocolate chips.
- Use a butter knife to gently swirl the cheesecake filling into the batter for a marbled effect.
Bake
- Bake for 40–45 minutes.
- Insert a toothpick into the center; if it comes out with a few moist crumbs, the cake is done.
Cool and Garnish
- Let the cake cool completely on a wire rack.
- Top with whipped cream, fresh strawberries, or a dusting of powdered sugar for an elegant finish.
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Notes
Baking Tips:
✅ Avoid overmixing the batter to keep the cake light and fluffy.
✅ For even distribution, drop cheesecake filling in uniform spoonfuls before swirling. Customization Options:
🌱 Gluten-Free? Use a certified gluten-free cake mix.
🥥 Vegan? Swap in flax eggs, plant-based cream cheese, and coconut oil.
🍋 Flavor Boost? Add lemon zest for a tangy contrast.
🌰 Texture Twist? Mix in chopped nuts like almonds or pecans. Topping Twists:
🍫 Try milk or dark chocolate chips instead of white chocolate.
🍓 Drizzle with strawberry sauce for an extra burst of flavor.
✅ Avoid overmixing the batter to keep the cake light and fluffy.
✅ For even distribution, drop cheesecake filling in uniform spoonfuls before swirling. Customization Options:
🌱 Gluten-Free? Use a certified gluten-free cake mix.
🥥 Vegan? Swap in flax eggs, plant-based cream cheese, and coconut oil.
🍋 Flavor Boost? Add lemon zest for a tangy contrast.
🌰 Texture Twist? Mix in chopped nuts like almonds or pecans. Topping Twists:
🍫 Try milk or dark chocolate chips instead of white chocolate.
🍓 Drizzle with strawberry sauce for an extra burst of flavor.