Decadent Chocolate Earthquake Cake with Cheesecake Layers
A rich and indulgent dessert combining gooey chocolate and creamy cheesecake layers, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 box chocolate cake mix
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup shredded coconut (optional)
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish thoroughly.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes until smooth. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.
- In another bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until creamy. Spoon dollops of the cheesecake mixture over the cake batter, then gently swirl using a knife or spatula.
- Sprinkle shredded coconut, chopped pecans, and chocolate chips evenly over the top.
- Whisk together melted butter, powdered sugar, and milk until smooth. Drizzle this mixture over the cake.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes. The edges should be set, but the center should have a slight jiggle.
- Allow the cake to cool for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Don’t over-swirl the cheesecake layer to maintain pockets of creamy texture. Use room temperature ingredients for the best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28
- Fat: 18
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Protein: 4
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