Name: Strawberry Earthquake Cake Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 15.25 oz strawberry cake mix; eggs, oil, and water (as per package instructions); 8 oz cream cheese, softened; 4 tbsp butter; 2 ½ cups powdered sugar; 8 oz white chocolate bar (two 4 oz bars), broken into pieces; 2 cups chopped strawberries, divided; 8 oz whipped topping

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Introduction

This Strawberry Earthquake Cake is a delightful, creamy dessert bursting with fresh strawberry flavor and white chocolate goodness. With a moist strawberry base swirled together with rich cream cheese and topped with fluffy whipped topping, it’s perfect for any occasion.

A slice of layered strawberry cake sits on a white plate with a white marbled texture in the background. The cake has four main layers: the bottom layer is a soft, light yellow sponge cake, followed by a thick layer of white cream mixed with sliced red strawberries. Above this is another layer of the light yellow sponge cake, topped with a generous portion of white whipped cream that is fluffy and smooth. The top is decorated with small white chocolate shavings, crunchy bits, and a bright red whole strawberry with green leaves on top. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

15.25 oz strawberry cake mix
Eggs, oil, and water as per cake mix package instructions
8 oz cream cheese, softened
4 tbsp butter
2 ½ cups powdered sugar
8 oz white chocolate bar (two 4 oz bars)
2 cups chopped strawberries, divided
8 oz whipped topping

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, combine the strawberry cake mix with eggs, oil, and water according to the package instructions. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.
Step 3: In a medium bowl, melt the butter. Blend the melted butter with softened cream cheese using an electric mixer until smooth, then gradually incorporate the powdered sugar until fully combined.
Step 4: Drop spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture randomly onto the cake batter. Sprinkle broken pieces of white chocolate over the batter and add 1 cup of chopped strawberries on top.
Step 5: Gently swirl the cream cheese mixture, white chocolate, and strawberries together without fully mixing to create a marbled effect.
Step 6: Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean.
Step 7: Allow the cake to cool completely on a wire rack before spreading the whipped topping evenly over the surface.
Step 8: Garnish with chocolate curls and the remaining chopped strawberries before serving.

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, chill the cake for an hour before adding the whipped topping to help it set better.
Substitute fresh strawberries with frozen ones, but be sure to thaw and drain excess liquid to avoid sogginess.
Use white chocolate chips instead of a bar for easier sprinkling.

Storage

Store the cake covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days to keep it fresh. To serve, allow the cake to come closer to room temperature for about 15 minutes or enjoy it chilled. Avoid freezing, as the whipped topping may lose its texture.

How to Serve

A square piece of layered strawberry dessert sits on a white plate with subtle ridges around the edge. The bottom layer is a light yellow sponge cake, soft and moist. Above it is a thick white cream mixed with small pieces of red strawberry. The third layer is a pink, fluffy cake with bits of strawberry throughout, adding texture and color. On top, there is a generous swirl of white whipped cream crowned with a whole bright red strawberry and small white chocolate curls scattered around it. The background shows a white marbled texture, with a soft focus on a glass of milk and a bowl of strawberries nearby. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use a different cake mix flavor?

While strawberry cake mix pairs best, you can experiment with vanilla or white cake mixes for a slightly different but still delicious result.

Is it necessary to swirl the cream cheese mixture?

Swirling creates a marbled look and flavor contrast. You can skip this step and layer the mixture separately if preferred, but the swirl adds to the cake’s unique texture.