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Earthquake Cake

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A delightful chocolate cake with creamy swirls and crunchy nuts that brings joy and nostalgia to any gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
  • 1 cup shredded coconut
  • 1 box chocolate cake mix
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 8 oz cream cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. Spread the chopped nuts and shredded coconut evenly on the bottom of the baking dish.
  3. Combine the chocolate cake mix, eggs, sour cream, and vegetable oil in a large bowl. Mix until smooth.
  4. Pour the cake batter over the nuts and coconut in the baking dish.
  5. Create the cream cheese mixture by beating cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Drop spoonfuls on top of the batter.
  6. Swirl the cream cheese mixture into the cake batter gently with a knife.
  7. Bake for 40-45 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool the cake before serving.

Notes

For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream. You can also use different nuts or chocolate chips for added flavor.

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