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Make Your Own Earthquake Cake A Deliciously Unique Dessert Experience

Make Your Own Earthquake Cake A Deliciously Unique Dessert Experience

This Earthquake Cake is a layered dessert filled with cream cheese, coconut, pecans, and more. It's an easy, yet eye-catching dish perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 package German chocolate cake mix 15.25 oz package
  • 1 cup shredded coconut sweetened
  • 1 cup pecans chopped
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 0.5 cup butter melted
  • 16 oz powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure
  • 3 unit eggs
  • 1.25 cup water
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  • Sprinkle the coconut and chopped pecans evenly over the bottom of the pan.
  • Prepare the cake mix according to package directions, using the water, oil, and eggs. Pour the batter over the coconut and pecans.
  • In a separate bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, melted butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Drop spoonfuls over the cake batter.
  • Bake for 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool before serving.

Notes

For an extra touch, serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.