Description
Indulge in this Gooey Chocolate Earthquake Cake, a rich and decadent chocolate dessert that combines fudgy chocolate cake with creamy cream cheese and a delightful mix of coconut and pecans.
Ingredients
Chocolate Cake
Cream Cheese
Coconut
Pecans
Optional Toppings: Chocolate chips
Powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- Prepare the chocolate cake mix according to the package instructions and pour half of the batter into the prepared pan.
- In a mixing bowl, blend the cream cheese until smooth, then spread it over the batter in the pan.
- Sprinkle the coconut and chopped pecans evenly over the cream cheese layer.
- Pour the remaining chocolate batter over the top, smoothing it out to cover the filling.
- Bake for about 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs.
- Allow the cake to cool slightly before serving. Optional: top with chocolate chips or a dusting of powdered sugar before slicing.
Notes
For an extra gooey texture, be careful not to overbake. Serve warm for the best experience.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 32 g
- Sodium: 310 mg
- Fat: 19 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
Keywords: Gooey Chocolate Earthquake Cake, Chocolate Dessert, Decadent Cake, Easy Baking Recipe