Earthquake Cake
Earthquake Cake is a decadent dessert that delights the senses with its rich chocolate flavor, creamy cream cheese filling, and crunchy nuts. This visually stunning cake features a unique cracked top, reminiscent of an earthquake’s aftermath, making it perfect for any gathering. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday or enjoying a cozy evening with friends, this easy-to-make treat will impress everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box (15.25 oz) chocolate cake mix
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup cold water
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, eggs, and cold water until smooth.
- In another bowl, blend the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until creamy.
- Pour half of the chocolate batter into the baking dish. Spoon dollops of the cream cheese mixture over it and then add the remaining chocolate batter on top.
- Sprinkle chopped nuts and chocolate chips over the cake.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out mostly clean. Cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 100g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg