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Gooey Chocolate Bliss

Gooey Chocolate Bliss: An Indulgent Slice of Happiness

Experience gooey chocolate bliss with this Earthquake Cake, combining rich chocolate cake with cream cheese and nuts.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Base
  • 1 box Chocolate Cake Mix Devil's food is a fantastic alternative.
  • 1 cup Milk Use your favorite milk variety.
For the Cream Cheese Layer
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Ensure it’s softened.
  • 1/2 cup Butter Melted butter can substitute for margarine.
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Sweetens this layer perfectly.
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans or Walnuts Almonds also work well or can be omitted.
  • 1 cup Sweetened Shredded Coconut Optional for a nut-free version.
  • 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Milk or white chocolate chips can be used.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • spatula
  • Spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Evenly spread chopped pecans or walnuts and sweetened shredded coconut on the bottom of the baking dish.
  3. Mix the chocolate cake mix with the milk according to package instructions, then pour over the nut and coconut layer.
  4. Beat together softened cream cheese, melted butter, and powdered sugar until creamy.
  5. Drop dollops of the cream cheese mixture over the cake batter and swirl with a knife.
  6. Sprinkle semi-sweet chocolate chips over the top.
  7. Bake for 40–45 minutes, until firm to the touch with a slight jiggle in the center.
  8. Cool in the pan for approximately 30 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is softened for easier mixing. Check doneness at the 40-minute mark and allow cooling for better slicing.

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