Description
The German Chocolate Earthquake Cake is a decadent dessert that combines the rich flavors of chocolate and coconut with a creamy cream cheese layer. Each bite offers a delightful contrast of textures, from the fudgy cake to the smooth, velvety filling, creating an indulgent experience that is both satisfying and unforgettable.
Ingredients
Scale
- Cake:
- 1 box German chocolate cake mix
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- Topping:
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the German chocolate cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs. Mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Fold in the shredded coconut and chopped pecans into the cream cheese mixture.
- Pour half of the cake batter into a greased 9×13 inch baking pan.
- Spread the cream cheese filling evenly over the batter.
- Top with the remaining cake batter, ensuring the filling is covered.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- In the last 5 minutes of baking, sprinkle the chocolate chips on top and allow them to melt.
- Let the cake cool completely before serving.
Notes
- This cake can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator for optimal flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- For a nut-free version, omit the pecans and replace with additional coconut.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: desserts
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12 of cake)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28 grams
- Sodium: 250 milligrams
- Fat: 18 grams
- Saturated Fat: 8 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 42 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 4 grams
- Cholesterol: 50 milligrams
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