Description
Indulge in the Strawberry Earthquake Cake – Unbelievably Easy Showstopper Dessert, a delightful fusion of sweet strawberries and creamy cream cheese. This eye-catching cake is perfect for any occasion, from birthday celebrations to cozy family gatherings. With its vibrant colors and rich texture, this dessert not only pleases the palate but also impresses with its stunning presentation. The easy-to-follow recipe ensures that even novice bakers can create a show-stopping dessert that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Treat your loved ones to this irresistible strawberry delight and make lasting memories over a slice of happiness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box strawberry cake mix (plus ingredients on the box)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, mashed
- â…“ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the strawberry cake mix according to package instructions and pour into a greased baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, blend softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Drop spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture onto the cake batter and gently swirl with a knife.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- While baking, combine mashed strawberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan over medium heat until dissolved.
- Thicken the glaze by adding the cornstarch mixture; simmer until thickened.
- Drizzle glaze over the cooled cake, garnishing with fresh strawberries.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg