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Strawberry Earthquake Cake – Unbelievably Easy Showstopper Dessert


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  • Author: sophie
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x

Description

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Strawberry Earthquake Cake, an unbelievably easy showstopper dessert that will captivate your guests. This delightful cake features a luscious cream cheese swirl paired with the freshness of ripe strawberries, creating a perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess.


Ingredients

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  • 1 box strawberry cake mix (plus additional ingredients as per box instructions)
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, mashed
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Prepare the cake mix according to package instructions.
  3. Pour the batter into a greased baking dish.
  4. In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
  5. Drop spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture onto the batter and swirl gently with a knife.
  6. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. While baking, prepare the strawberry glaze by heating mashed strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan until dissolved.
  8. Thicken with cornstarch mixture and simmer.
  9. Cool the cake slightly before drizzling with glaze.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 210mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg