Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon

Strawberry Cheesecake Earthquake Cake Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star 4.4 from 137 reviews
  • Author: Bertha
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Strawberry Cheesecake Cake, also known as Earthquake Cake, is a delightful, moist strawberry-flavored cake swirled with a creamy, sweetened cream cheese mixture and studded with white chocolate chips and fresh strawberries. Baked in a 9×13 inch pan, this cake boasts a marbled texture and a luscious strawberry flavor, topped optionally with whipped cream and fresh strawberries for an irresistible dessert perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

Units Scale

Strawberry Cake

  • 1 box strawberry cake mix plus ingredients called for in package
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips

Cream Cheese Mixture

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 cup diced fresh strawberries

Toppings (optional)

  • Whipped cream
  • Fresh strawberries

Instructions

  1. Prepare Oven and Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan thoroughly to prevent sticking. Set the pan aside for later use.
  2. Make Cake Batter: Prepare the strawberry cake mix according to the package directions, combining all required ingredients to form the batter.
  3. Pour and Add Chips: Pour the prepared cake batter evenly into the greased pan. Sprinkle the white chocolate chips evenly over the batter.
  4. Mix Cream Cheese Layer: In a separate bowl, combine the melted unsalted butter, softened cream cheese, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and well combined.
  5. Add Sugar and Strawberries: Incorporate the powdered sugar into the cream cheese mixture, mixing until fully incorporated. Gently fold in the diced strawberries until evenly distributed.
  6. Swirl Cream Cheese Mixture: Spoon dollops of the cream cheese mixture over the cake batter in the pan. Using a knife, gently swirl the mixture into the batter to create a marbled effect without fully blending.
  7. Bake the Cake: Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with moist crumbs but no wet batter.
  8. Cool and Serve: Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool completely in the pan. Cut into 12 servings. Top each slice with whipped cream and fresh strawberries if desired before serving.

Notes

  • Feel free to customize the Earthquake Cake with other flavors by using different cake mixes and fruit combinations.
  • If you prefer, you can leave the cheesecake mixture in dollops on the cake rather than swirling it through; it will naturally sink in during baking.
  • The addition of white chocolate chips and fresh strawberries is optional but strongly recommended for extra flavor and texture.
  • The cake will look somewhat messy when baked, which is characteristic of the Earthquake Cake and perfectly normal.
  • Serve with whipped cream or ice cream for the best experience.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12 of cake)
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 35g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg

Find it online: https://grannyeats.com/strawberry-cheesecake-earthquake-cake-recipe/