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Strawberry Earthquake Cake Recipe: Easy & Delicious Dessert

  • Author: cooktrove
  • Total Time: 7 minute
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Description

Dive into the magnificent world of Strawberry Earthquake Cake, a delightful dessert that combines vibrant strawberry goodness with a rich cream cheese swirl. This cake is not only visually stunning but also surprisingly simple to make, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box Yellow Cake Mix (or Vanilla)
  • 1 cup Fresh Strawberries, diced
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter, softened
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar (Confectioners' Sugar)
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • Optional: 1-2 tbsp Strawberry Gelatin Powder

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to the temperature specified on your yellow cake mix box (usually 350°F or 175°C).
  2. Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan, or spray it thoroughly with non-stick baking spray.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, water, oil, and eggs according to the package directions. Beat with an electric mixer on low speed until moistened, then on medium speed for about 2 minutes, until smooth.
  4. Gently fold in about 1 cup of your diced fresh strawberries into the cake batter. If using optional strawberry gelatin, stir about 1-2 tablespoons of the dry powder into the batter at this stage.
  5. Pour the strawberry-infused cake batter evenly into your prepared baking pan.
  6. In a medium mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, softened unsalted butter, and vanilla extract with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
  7. Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until the mixture is light, fluffy, and completely smooth.
  8. Using a spoon or a small cookie scoop, dollop spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture evenly over the top of the cake batter in the pan.
  9. Gently take a knife or a skewer and lightly swirl through the cream cheese and cake batter to create beautiful marbled patterns.
  10. Place the baking pan in your preheated oven and bake for 35-45 minutes, or until a wooden skewer or toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
  11. Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and place it on a wire rack to cool completely.
  12. Once cooled, garnish your Strawberry Earthquake Cake with extra fresh diced strawberries, a dusting of powdered sugar, or a dollop of whipped cream before serving.
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 35-45 mins
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 25 g
  • Sodium: 200 mg
  • Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 42 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 3 g
  • Cholesterol: 40 mg

Keywords: Ensure your cream cheese and butter are at room temperature for a smooth mixture. Don't overmix the batter to avoid a tough cake, and allow the cake to chill in the refrigerator for the best texture.

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