Strawberry Earthquake Cake
Ingredients:
1 box (15.25 oz) strawberry cake mix
1 cup water
1/2 cup vegetable oil
3 large eggs
1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup strawberry preserves
1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Directions:
Prepare Oven and Pan:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.
Mix Cake Batter:
In a large bowl, combine the strawberry cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs. Mix until smooth. Fold in the chopped strawberries.
Bake the Cake:
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow to cool completely.
Prepare Cream Cheese Filling:
In a medium bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar and beat until smooth. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Assemble the Cake:
Once the cake is cooled, spread a layer of strawberry preserves over the top. Drop spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture over the preserves. Use a knife or spatula to gently swirl the cream cheese mixture into the preserves, creating a marbled effect.
Add Optional Nuts:
If desired, sprinkle chopped nuts over the top.
Finish and Serve:
Dust with powdered sugar if desired. Cut into squares and serve.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 35 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes
Kcal: 340 kcal per serving | Servings: 12 servings