Ingredients
- 1 box white cake mix
- Ingredients required by cake mix (usually water, oil, and eggs)
- 1 cup strawberries, chopped
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup coconut flakes
- ½ cup white chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare the Cake Batter: Prepare the cake mix according to the package instructions. Gently fold in the chopped strawberries, then pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.
- Make the Cream Cheese Mixture: In a medium bowl, beat together the cream cheese, melted butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Drop spoonfuls of this mixture over the cake batter.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle the coconut flakes and white chocolate chips over the top of the cake.
- Bake: Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the cake is set and the edges are golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool before serving. The top will have a beautiful cracked, earthquake effect with delicious pockets of cream cheese and strawberry.
Notes
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 45 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes | Calories: Approx. 520 kcal per serving | Servings: 12
This Strawberry Earthquake Cake is a sweet way to celebrate the holidays, bringing joy and deliciousness to every gathering. Enjoy the smiles and the flavors as you share this delightful dessert with your loved ones!