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Earthquake Cake

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A luscious chocolate cake layered with cream cheese, coconut, and pecans that delivers a delightful explosion of flavors, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Baking, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box chocolate cake mix Using a boxed mix makes it a breeze
  • 3 large eggs Adding structure and moisture
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil Light olive or melted coconut oil works too
  • 1 cup water To hydrate the cake mix
For the Cream Cheese Mixture and Toppings
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened Ensure it’s at room temperature for easy blending
  • 1 cup powdered sugar For that delightful sweetness in the cream cheese mix
  • 1 cup shredded coconut Both sweetened and unsweetened work well
  • 1 cup chopped pecans Briefly toasting them enhances their flavor

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13-inch baking dish by greasing it lightly.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and water. Mix until smooth and fully combined.
  3. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
  4. In another bowl, blend the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
  5. Spoon the cream cheese mixture over the chocolate batter, allowing it to swirl naturally.
  6. Sprinkle the shredded coconut and chopped pecans generously on top.
Baking
  1. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  2. Allow the cake to cool completely before slicing it into squares for serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20g

Notes

This cake pairs perfectly with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, chocolate sauce, or fresh berries for added flavor. Remember to let the cream cheese soften before mixing and avoid overmixing to maintain a tender texture. You can also experiment with different cake mixes for variety.
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