Strawberry Earthquake Cake
Indulge in a deliciously decadent dessert that will make your taste buds dance with delight! This Strawberry Earthquake Cake is a heavenly mix of sweet strawberries and rich chocolate that is sure to impress all your friends and family.
Ingredients:
- 1 box strawberry cake mix
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup milk
Instructions:
- 1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- 2. In a mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, melted butter, and milk. Mix until well combined.
- 3. Fold in the chopped strawberries and chocolate chips.
- 4. In a separate bowl, mix the cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
- 5. Pour the cake batter into the prepared baking dish and dollop the cream cheese mixture on top.
- 6. Use a knife to swirl the cream cheese mixture into the cake batter.
- 7. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the cake is set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- 8. Allow the cake to cool before slicing and serving. Enjoy!
Popular questions:
- Q: Can I use frozen strawberries instead of fresh?
- Q: Can I use white chocolate chips instead of regular chocolate chips?
- Q: Can I use a different flavored cake mix?
A: Yes, you can substitute frozen strawberries for fresh if needed. Just make sure to thaw and drain them before adding to the cake batter.
A: Absolutely, white chocolate chips can be a delicious alternative in this recipe, adding a different flavor profile to the cake.
A: Feel free to experiment with different cake mix flavors to create variations of this recipe such as using vanilla or cherry cake mix.
Helpful tips:
- 1. Add a sprinkle of powdered sugar on top of the cake before serving for a beautiful finishing touch.
- 2. Serve the cake with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra special treat.
- 3. For a richer chocolate flavor, you can use dark chocolate chips instead of regular chocolate chips.
Expert Secrets:
- 1. To enhance the strawberry flavor, macerate the strawberries in sugar for 30 minutes before adding them to the cake batter.
- 2. For a creamier texture, use full-fat cream cheese in the cream cheese mixture.