Best 15 Earthquake Cake Recipes

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Have you been looking for an excuse to indulge in a delectable dessert that combines the delightful flavors of chocolate and vanilla? Look no further than the Earthquake Cake, a culinary masterpiece that lives up to its name with its rich, fudgy layers that "quake" when you take a bite. This article presents three enticing recipes for Earthquake Cake, each offering a unique twist on this classic treat. From the traditional chocolate-vanilla combination to a decadent white chocolate and raspberry variation, these recipes cater to diverse tastes and preferences. Get ready to embark on a baking adventure that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

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EARTHQUAKE CAKE II



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This cake is very rich. It's one of our favorites.

Provided by DARLENEL

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Cake Mix Cake Recipes     Coconut Cake

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup flaked coconut
1 cup chopped pecans
1 (18.25 ounce) package German chocolate cake mix
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
4 cups confectioners' sugar
½ cup butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease the bottom and sides of one 9 x 13 inch baking pan.
  • Layer coconut and pecans in the bottom of pan.
  • Prepare cake mix according to package instructions and pour over pecans and coconut.
  • Combine cream cheese, butter or margarine, vanilla and confectioners sugar and beat until smooth. Pour over cake mix.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 30 minutes. Toothpick will not come out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274.4 calories, Carbohydrate 39.8 g, Cholesterol 20.4 mg, Fat 12.5 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 222.3 mg, Sugar 31.3 g

EARTHQUAKE CAKE I



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This is like eating an upside down german chocolate cake.

Provided by Bobbi

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Cake Mix Cake Recipes     Coconut Cake

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (18.25 ounce) package German chocolate cake mix without pudding
1 cup flaked coconut
1 cup chopped walnuts
4 cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
6 tablespoons cola-flavored carbonated beverage
1 cup butter
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese

Steps:

  • Prepare cake mix as directed on package.
  • Lightly grease the bottom and sides of one 9 x 13 inch baking pan. Sprinkle coconut and nuts over bottom of pan. Pour cake batter over top.
  • Combine 1/2 cup melted butter or margarine, cream cheese and 2 cups confectioners' sugar. Beat until smooth. Pour (spoon) over cake batter.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cake cool before frosting.
  • To Make Frosting: Combine cocoa, cola and 1/2 cup margarine in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat until mixture boils, stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Pour mixture over remaining confectioners' sugar. Beat until smooth. Spread icing over cake. (If you like a thicker icing add more confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310.9 calories, Carbohydrate 40.4 g, Cholesterol 30.6 mg, Fat 16.3 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 249.9 mg, Sugar 31.7 g

EARTHQUAKE CAKE



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Make and share this Earthquake Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by mandabears

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 1 cake

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (18 ounce) package devil's food cake mix or 1 (18 ounce) package chocolate cake mix (any type you like, I use Duncan Hines)
1 1/3 cups water, to prepare cake
1/2 cup vegetable oil, to prepare cake
3 large eggs, to prepare cake
1 cup chopped nuts (I use pecans or english walnuts)
1 cup coconut
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened (I usually use low fat)
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups confectioners' sugar
3/4 cup semisweet chocolate morsel

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Grease a 13 x 9 pan.
  • I use Pam cooking spray.
  • Evenly sprinkle nuts and coconut on bottom of pan.
  • In a large bowl prepare cake mix: Blend cake mix, water, oil and eggs at low speed for 30 seconds.
  • Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes.
  • Pour batter over nuts and coconut.
  • In a separate bowl mix the cream cheese, butter confectioners sugar and vanilla extract until smooth.
  • Drop by spoonfuls over batter, do not mix in Sprinkle with chocolate chips.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 5o minutes.

CHOCOLATE EARTHQUAKE CAKE I



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This cake recipe can get really messy, but makes very yummy cake using German chocolate cake mix, cream cheese, and coconut.

Provided by Kim Busch

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Cake Mix Cake Recipes     Coconut Cake

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup chopped walnuts
1 (3.5 ounce) package flaked coconut
1 (18.25 ounce) package German chocolate cake mix
½ cup butter
8 ounces cream cheese
4 cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease one 9x12 inch cake pan. Cover the bottom of the cake pan with the chopped nuts and the flaked coconut.
  • Prepare cake mix according to package directions. Pour batter over chopped nuts and coconut.
  • Melt butter or margarine, add cream cheese and confectioner's sugar. Stir until blended. Spoon over unbaked batter.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 40 to 42 minutes. Please note: you cannot test for doneness, as the cake will appear sticky even when it is done. The icing sinks into the batter as it bakes, forming the white ribbon inside. Makes 16 servings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380.5 calories, Carbohydrate 54.6 g, Cholesterol 27.4 mg, Fat 17.4 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 305.8 mg, Sugar 42.8 g

EARTHQUAKE CAKE



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WOW--THIS IS ENCRIDIBLE! credit for this recipe & pic: ideascomefrombrownies.blogspot.com

Provided by Tracy Joyner

Categories     Chocolate

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 7

2/3 c shredded coconut
2/3 c pecans--chopped
2/3 c choc. chips
1 box german choc. cake mix
8 oz cream cheese
1/4 lb butter at room temp
1 lb powdered sugar

Steps:

  • 1. Sprinkle the coconut, pecans and chocolate chips over the bottom of a greased 9 X 12 inch cake pan.
  • 2. Prepare the cake, following the package directions, then pour batter into prepared pan.
  • 3. In a small saucepan, melt the cream cheese with the butter, then stir in the confectioners sugar. Spread over top of the cake batter; spreading topping a little thicker at the edges.
  • 4. Place in a preheated 350F oven and bake for 40-50 minutes

PUMPKIN EARTHQUAKE CAKE



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This pumpkin earthquake cake cracks and sinks throughout the top to reveal a yummy cheesecake filling. So easy to make starting out with a boxed cake mix, yet everyone will think it took hours to make.

Provided by Yoly

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 55m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 12

½ cup butter
1 (15.25 ounce) package spice cake mix with pudding (such as Betty Crocker®)
4 eggs, at room temperature
1 cup pumpkin puree
½ cup milk
½ cup oil
½ tablespoon pumpkin spice
1 (8 ounce) package Neufchatel cheese, softened
2 cups powdered sugar
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup pumpkin spice baking morsels (such as Nestle® Toll House®)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Microwave butter in a bowl for 30 seconds and stir. Continue to microwave at 10-second intervals until butter is completely melted. Set aside to cool while you prepare the cake.
  • Combine cake mix, eggs, pumpkin, milk, oil, and pumpkin spice in a bowl. Beat with a hand mixer until batter is well combined. Pour into the greased baking dish.
  • Combine melted butter and Neufchatel cheese in a bowl; beat with a hand mixer until well incorporated, 3 to 4 minutes. Mix in powdered sugar, 1/2 cup at a time, until well combined. Add vanilla and salt; mix to combine. Drop spoonfuls of Neufchatel mixture onto the cake batter. Swirl mixture with a knife. Sprinkle pumpkin spice chips on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 38 to 42 minutes. Remove from the oven and transfer to a wire rack. Cool completely before removing from the baking dish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 343 calories, Carbohydrate 35.1 g, Cholesterol 67.4 mg, Fat 21.4 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 290.4 mg, Sugar 27.9 g

EARTHQUAKE CAKE III



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This cake gets its name from its appearance after baking and is really yummy.

Provided by Dylana

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Cake Mix Cake Recipes     Coconut Cake

Time 1h20m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (16 ounce) container coconut pecan frosting
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 egg
1 (18.25 ounce) package German chocolate cake mix

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Spread the entire can of frosting into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking pan. Refrigerate while the filling is prepared. In a medium bowl, cream together the cream cheese and confectioners' sugar. Stir in the egg, and beat until light. Spread over the frosting. Prepare the cake mix as directed on box, pour over the filling layer, and spread evenly.
  • Bake 45 to 50 minutes in the preheated oven, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then invert onto a serving plate. Wait 5 minutes before removing pan from over the cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216.9 calories, Carbohydrate 31.8 g, Cholesterol 18 mg, Fat 9.8 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 195.8 mg, Sugar 24.4 g

CHOCOLATE EARTHQUAKE CAKE II



Chocolate Earthquake Cake II image

This is a wonderfully rich chocolate cake and very easy to make.

Provided by P. Price

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Cake Mix Cake Recipes     Coconut Cake

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (18.25 ounce) package devil's food cake mix with pudding
1 cup flaked coconut
1 cup chopped pecans
8 ounces cream cheese
1 pound confectioners' sugar
½ cup butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Spray 9x13-inch pan with cooking spray.
  • Spread coconut and pecans over bottom of pan.
  • Mix cake mix according to package directions. Pour over the pecans and coconut.
  • Melt butter, add with cream cheese, vanilla, and confectioners' sugar to a medium-sized bowl and mix well. Spoon with a teaspoon over the cake.
  • Bake cake at 325 degrees F (165 degrees C) for 50-55 minutes or until done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 373.5 calories, Carbohydrate 48.6 g, Cholesterol 33.1 mg, Fat 19 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 296.8 mg, Sugar 39 g

CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER EARTHQUAKE CAKE RECIPE - (4.4/5)



Chocolate Peanut Butter Earthquake Cake Recipe - (4.4/5) image

Provided by DeliciouslyDished

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 box Chocolate Fudge cake mix, plus ingredients needed to prepare (eggs, oil, water)
1/2 cup butter
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
3 1/2 to 4 cups powdered sugar
1/2 cup chocolate chips
1 cup miniature chocolate peanut butter cups, halved

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Prepare chocolate cake mix according to package instructions and pour into a lightly greased 9x13 cake pan, DO NOT BAKE - set aside. Melt butter on stove top until bubbly. Pour into mixing bowl and beat the butter and cream cheese until smooth. Add the peanut butter and vanilla extract, beat till smooth. Add one cup of powdered sugar at a time to bowl, and beat until fully incorporated and mixture becomes light and fluffy. Scoop spoonfuls of the peanut butter mixture onto the chocolate cake batter, all over. Sprinkle with the chocolate chips and peanut butter cups. Bake for 45-55 minutes or until the center is only slightly jiggly. Let cool for 15 to 20 minutes before slicing and serving warm. Top with ice cream if desired! Enjoy!

EARTHQUAKE CAKE



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My friend, Bonita A., invited me over for a post-Christmas visit in 2003 & served this cake. Best present EVER! Well, that might have been when she kindly shared the recipe so I could continue to make them. The cake gets its name from the cracks that form on the top of the cake when it bakes. Don't worry; none of the goodness...

Provided by Fran Miller

Categories     Chocolate

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 9

a box of german chocolate cake mix, any brand
some water, as directed on cake box
some cooking oil, as directed on cake box
3 eggs, or whatever is directed on cake box
1 c flaked coconut
1 c pecan pieces
8 oz block of cream cheese
1 stick butter or margarine
1 c powdered sugar

Steps:

  • 1. In a bowl, prepare the German chocolate cake batter, as directed on the cake box. Set aside. NOTE: You'll need the mixer again in Step #5.
  • 2. Lightly mist the bottom & sides of a 13 x 9" baking pan with cooking spray. Scatter the coconut & pecans over the bottom.
  • 3. Pour the cake batter into the baking pan, over the coconut & pecans.
  • 4. Put the block of cream cheese & the stick of butter in a microwave-safe bowl, .
  • 5. In the microwave, CAREFULLY heat the cream cheese & butter until soft, but NOT melted, maybe 30 seconds or less. Add the powdered sugar & blend well with a mixer.
  • 6. Spoon the cream cheese mixture over the cake batter. You don't have to be neat, but you might want to leave a "chocolate pocket" in the center of the cake so you can check for doneness near the end of baking.
  • 7. Bake as directed on the cake box, usually at 350 degrees F for around 25-35 minutes. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the "chocolate pocket" in the center of the cake.
  • 8. Cool in the pan. (Come to think of it, I just leave it in the pan until it's gone, which won't be long.) Refrigerate leftovers.
  • 9. Decisions, decisions... Do you want to eat it warm, room temp., or chilled? Your choice.
  • 10. My choice is to eat it warm (or warmed up in the microwave for about 9 seconds). No wrong answers here. It's so good, the ground might shake, but I really hope not! It wouldn't want it to be my "fault." (OK, I'll stop now!) =^..^=

EARTHQUAKE CAKE... LEMON



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I copied this recipe out of a Taste of Home Magazine, (some years back, I think around 2006 or so). I am posting it per a request by my Friend Pat. p.s. Over the years I added a few of my own touches to the recipe.

Provided by Straws Kitchen(*o *)

Categories     Cakes

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/4 c flaked coconut
1 1/4 c *chopped pecans, plus extra for garnish
1 pkg lemon cake mix
1 1/4 c water
1/4 c veg. oil
2 eggs
1 pkg (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
1/2 c butter, melted
1 c powdered sugar
whipped cream (optional)
PREHEAT OVEN TO 350° (OR AT 325°); 2 - OPTIONS FOR BAKING
*OPTIONAL: HOLD BACK A FEW OF THE CHOPPED NUTS TO SPRINKLE OVER THE TOP JUST BEFORE POPPING CAKE INTO THE OVEN

Steps:

  • 1. Mix together coconut & pecans and spread in the bottom of a 'buttered' 9x13" pan.
  • 2. Combine cake mix, water, oil and eggs in a large bowl. Beat for 2 min. on med. speed.
  • 3. Pour the cake mix batter over the nuts & coconut.
  • 4. Combine the softened cream cheese, butter & powdered sugar and cream together until smooth.
  • 5. Drop the cream cheese mixture in dollops into the batter already in pan and sprinkle chopped nut over the top.
  • 6. Bake at 350° for 45 to 55 minutes OR at 325° for 1 hour and 10 minutes.
  • 7. When plated add a dollop of whipped cream and sprinkle with chopped nuts.
  • 8. Note from Cin: To make cake healthier...use a sugar-free cake mix and fat-free cream cheese. Making your own homemade powdered sugar from Splenda: https://www.justapinch.com/recipes/dessert/other-dessert/cins-homemade-powdered-sugar-for-diabetics-and.html You could also use Cool Whip Lite instead of heavy whipped cream.

EARTHQUAKE CAKE



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This Duncan Hines recipe was prepared by Diane Carter for our October, 2013, meeting.

Provided by Club Recipes

Categories     Cakes

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 box duncan hines german chocolate cake mix
3 eggs
1 1/2 c water
1/3 c oil
1 c coconut
1/2 c chopped walnuts
8 oz softened cream cheese
1 stick butter, softened
2 can(s) powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla
1 pkg chocolate chips

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and lightly spray a 9'x13' pan with cooking spray. In the bottom of pan, put the coconut and nuts. 2. Mix cake mix according to package directions. Spread batter over the nuts and coconut. 3. In a bowl, mix the cream cheese, butter, vanilla, and powdered sugar until fluffy. Spread over the batter. Sprinkle with chocolate chips. Bake at 350 degrees F for 50 minutes. Cool. Serve with Cool Whip. 4. When this comes out of the oven, it looks like it has exploded (it does not actually explode, so it won't mess up your oven!). That's why it's called an Earthquake Cake. The cream-cheese mixture sinks and the nuts and coconut rise, and it looks really funky!! But it tastes delicious!!

EARTHQUAKE CAKE



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Make and share this Earthquake Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mirj2338

Categories     Breads

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup chopped nuts
1 cup coconut
1 (18 ounce) package German chocolate cake mix
1 1/4 cups water (or as called for by the directions)
3 eggs (or as called for by the directions)
1/2 cup oil (or as called for by the directions)
1/2 cup margarine (not spread or tub product)
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
3 1/2 cups powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Grease 9x13 cake pan and preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Cover bottom of pan with nuts and coconut.
  • Mix cake as directed on package.
  • Pour cake batter over nuts and coconut.
  • Mix margarine and cream cheese until smooth.
  • Add powdered sugar and mix well.
  • Spoon over the cake batter.
  • Bake 1 hour.
  • Cool completely.
  • Turn upside down on plates.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 653.5, Fat 39, SaturatedFat 13.2, Cholesterol 73.7, Sodium 515.4, Carbohydrate 74.2, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 56.5, Protein 7.2

CHOCOLATE EARTHQUAKE CAKE



CHOCOLATE EARTHQUAKE CAKE image

Categories     Cake     Chocolate     Dessert     Bake

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (18.25 ounce) package devil's food cake mix with pudding
1 cup flaked coconut
1 cup chopped pecans
8 ounces cream cheese
1 pound confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • DIRECTIONS Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Spray 9x13-inch pan with cooking spray. Spread coconut and pecans over bottom of pan. Mix cake mix according to package directions. Pour over the pecans and coconut. Melt butter, add with cream cheese, vanilla, and confectioners' sugar to a medium-sized bowl and mix well. Spoon with a teaspoon over the cake. Bake cake at 325 degrees F (165 degrees C) for 50-55 minutes or until done

EARTHQUAKE CAKE



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I got this recipe from my mother. I do not know who she got it from. But this is a deliciously decadent and "sinful" cake, especially if you love coconut.

Provided by Joyce Boettcher

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pkg cake mix, german chocolate
1 c pecans, in pieces
1 c coconut, flaked
1 lb powdered sugar
1/2 c margarine or butter
1 pkg cream cheese - 8 oz.

Steps:

  • 1. Grease the bottom of a 9x13 cake pan. Mix the coconut and pecans together and spread this mixture on the bottom of the greased pan. Mix the German Chocolate cake mix according to package directions. Pour this cake mix over the nuts and coconut.
  • 2. Mix the powdered sugar, margarine and cream cheese together. Pour this mixture over the cake mix. The mixture will be very thick. An alternative would be to drop spoons of the mixture over the top of the cake mix.
  • 3. Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes.

Tips:

  • Use room temperature ingredients: This helps the ingredients blend together more easily and creates a smoother batter.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy: This incorporates air into the batter, which makes the cake lighter and more tender.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition: This prevents the batter from curdling.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined: Overmixing can toughen the cake.
  • Bake the cake in a preheated oven: This helps the cake rise evenly.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting: This helps the frosting set properly.

Conclusion:

The earthquake cake is a delicious and easy-to-make cake that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist chocolate cake layers, creamy chocolate frosting, and fun earthquake design, this cake is sure to be a hit. Whether you are a beginner baker or an experienced pro, this recipe is sure to please. So preheat your oven and get ready to bake up a delicious earthquake cake today!

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