Hey everyone! Today we’re making a dessert that’s a total showstopper—Chocolate Earthquake Cake!
This cake is loaded with chocolate, cream cheese, and pecans, and when it bakes, it cracks and “erupts” with ooey-gooey deliciousness. Let’s get started!
Ingredients:
- 1 box (15.25 oz) chocolate cake mix (plus the ingredients listed on the box)
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup butter, melted
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven:
Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish. This is where all the magic happens!
2. Layer the Coconut and Pecans:
Spread the shredded coconut evenly on the bottom of your greased baking dish. Then sprinkle the chopped pecans over the coconut. These layers will make a tasty base for the cake.
3. Prepare the Cake Mix:
Follow the instructions on the back of your chocolate cake mix box. This usually involves mixing the cake mix with eggs, water, and oil. Once it’s mixed, pour the batter over the coconut and pecans.
4. Make the Cream Cheese Mixture:
In a large bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, melted butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth and creamy.
5. Add the Cream Cheese Topping:
Drop spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture all over the top of the chocolate cake batter. Don’t worry about spreading it out perfectly—the “earthquake” effect happens when it bakes!
6. Top with Chocolate Chips:
Sprinkle the semi-sweet chocolate chips on top of everything.
7. Bake It:
Pop the cake into your preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes. As it bakes, the cream cheese mixture will sink into the cake and create cracks and swirls, making it look like an “earthquake” happened in the pan!
8. Cool and Serve:
Let the cake cool for a few minutes before slicing it. It’s rich and gooey, so be ready for some chocolate overload! Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.
Final Thoughts:
That’s it—your Chocolate Earthquake Cake is done and ready to blow everyone’s mind! It’s super easy to make and tastes absolutely amazing. Give it a try and let me know how it turns out in the comments!