Chocolate Earthquake Cake: The Indulgent Treat You Can’t Resist
A rich and decadent dessert, perfect for chocolate lovers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 package chocolate cake mix
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, eggs, water, and oil. Mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth.
- Grease a cake pan and pour half of the chocolate batter into the pan.
- Drop spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture on top, then pour the remaining chocolate batter over it.
- Sprinkle chocolate chips and nuts on top.
- Bake for 40-50 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool before serving.
Notes
- For an extra indulgent treat, top with whipped cream or ice cream.
- Can be served warm or chilled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Chocolate Earthquake Cake, dessert, chocolate cake