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Strawberry Earthquake Cake Recipe

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Strawberry Earthquake Cake is a delightful, moist strawberry-flavored cake loaded with chunks of fresh strawberries and white chocolate chips, layered under a luscious cream cheese frosting. This vibrant and flavorful dessert combines a classic strawberry cake base with a creamy, berry-studded frosting, finished with extra strawberry garnish and an optional scoop of vanilla ice cream for an indulgent treat perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

Scale

Cake

  • 1 box strawberry cake mix (15.25 ounces)
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup water
  • ½ cup vegetable oil

Frosting

  • 1 package cream cheese, softened (8 ounces)
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 ½ cups confectioners’ sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 cup diced strawberries (plus extra for garnish)
  • 2 cups white chocolate chips

Optional

  • Vanilla ice cream, for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven & Prep Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan. Line the pan with parchment paper for easy removal of the cake after baking.
  2. Mix Cake Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the strawberry cake mix, eggs, water, and vegetable oil. Beat the mixture on medium speed until it becomes smooth and well combined, approximately 2 to 3 minutes.
  3. Bake Cake: Pour the prepared batter evenly into the greased and lined baking pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Remove from oven and allow the cake to cool completely in the pan.
  4. Prepare Frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with melted butter until creamy and smooth. Gradually add the confectioners’ sugar, vanilla extract, and kosher salt, beating until fully incorporated and fluffy.
  5. Fold in Extras: Gently fold diced strawberries and white chocolate chips into the cream cheese frosting. Be careful to distribute evenly without crushing the strawberries.
  6. Assemble Cake: Once the cake is completely cooled, spread the frosting mixture generously over the top of the cake. Allow some of the berries and white chocolate chips to peek through the frosting for both texture and visual appeal.
  7. Garnish & Serve: Garnish the cake with extra diced strawberries on top for color and freshness. Serve as is or accompany with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent dessert experience.

Notes

  • Ensure the cake is completely cooled before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting and sliding off.
  • You can substitute fresh diced strawberries with frozen strawberries, but thaw and drain excess moisture before folding into the frosting.
  • Using parchment paper in the pan helps in easy removal and cleaner slices.
  • For a less sweet version, reduce the confectioners’ sugar in the frosting by ½ cup.
  • This cake can be made a day ahead and refrigerated to enhance the flavors.

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

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