Irresistible Earthquake Chocolate Cake (Printable Version)
Rich chocolate cake featuring cream cheese swirls, chocolate chips, nuts, coconut, and cherries for a gooey, cracked surface.
# Ingredients Required:
→ Cake Base
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1 box chocolate cake mix with required ingredients
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190 g all-purpose flour
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200 g granulated sugar
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50 g unsweetened cocoa powder
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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½ teaspoon salt
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2 large eggs
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120 ml vegetable oil
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240 ml buttermilk
→ Mix-ins and Toppings
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90 g semi-sweet chocolate chips
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45 g shredded coconut (optional)
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30 g chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
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80 g cherry pie filling or whole pitted cherries
→ Cream Cheese Swirl
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225 g cream cheese, softened
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115 g unsalted butter, softened
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240 g powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
# Guide to Cooking:
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Preheat the oven to 175°C and grease a 23×33 cm baking dish thoroughly to prevent sticking.
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Prepare the chocolate cake batter according to the box instructions or your preferred recipe, then transfer the batter evenly into the greased pan.
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In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy. Incorporate powdered sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to beat until no lumps remain.
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Drop spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture randomly over the cake batter. Sprinkle chocolate chips, nuts, and shredded coconut evenly on top. Add small spoonfuls of cherry pie filling between the cream cheese dollops. Use a knife to gently swirl the layers, producing a marbled effect without overmixing.
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Bake the dish for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the center is just set with a slightly gooey texture and the surface appears cracked, achieving the characteristic 'earthquake' look.
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Allow the cake to cool for 15 minutes before slicing. Optionally, drizzle with melted chocolate or warm fudge sauce and serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for enhanced indulgence.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Adjust baking time according to your oven; the center should remain slightly gooey to preserve texture. Using homemade cake mix will affect nutritional values.
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Optional toppings like whipped cream or ice cream will significantly increase calorie content.