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Strawberry Earthquake Cake

This Strawberry Earthquake Cake combines a simple yellow cake mix with a creamy layer of cream cheese and bright strawberry swirls, making it a delightful and easy dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert, Party Treat
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 1 box yellow cake mix
  • 1 cup water
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
Cream Cheese Layer
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
Toppings
  • 1 cup strawberries, chopped fresh
  • 1/4 cup strawberry preserves
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts optional
  • as needed Whipped cream for serving optional

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch cake pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, water, eggs, and oil. Mix until well blended.
  3. In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
  4. Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared pan.
  5. Spoon the cream cheese mixture over the cake batter and drop spoonfuls of strawberry preserves on top.
  6. Pour the remaining cake batter over the cream cheese and preserves.
  7. Swirl the preserves slightly with a knife but do not overmix.
  8. Sprinkle chopped strawberries and nuts (if using) on top.
Baking
  1. Bake for about 40-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Allow the cake to cool before serving.

Notes

Soften the cream cheese to room temperature for a smooth filling. Ensure not to over-swirl the preserves to maintain the layers. Check the cake with a toothpick at 40 minutes to avoid overbaking. Use fresh strawberries for a bright taste and color. Let the cake cool well before cutting so the layers set.