German Chocolate Earthquake Cake Recipe
German Chocolate Earthquake Cake Recipe is a rich, gooey dessert combining chocolate cake, cream cheese, coconut, pecans, and chocolate chips, creating a cracked “earthquake” appearance when baked. This German Chocolate Earthquake Cake Recipe tastes deeply sweet, creamy, and slightly nutty, making every bite indulgent and satisfying.
Equipment
- 9×13-inch baking dish
- Mixing bowls (2–3)
- Hand mixer or whisk
- Spatula
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Oven
Ingredients
- 1 box German chocolate cake mix plus box required oil, eggs, water
- 1 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 ½ cups powdered sugar
- Chocolate chips ½ cup
- Extra pecans or shredded coconut for topping
Instructions
Prepare The Oven & Base
- Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle the shredded coconut and chopped pecans evenly across the bottom.
Make The Cake Batter
- Prepare the German chocolate cake mix according to the package instructions. Pour the batter evenly over the coconut and pecan layer.
Prepare The Cream Cheese Mixture
- In a bowl, beat together softened cream cheese, melted butter, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
Assemble The Cake
- Spoon the cream cheese mixture over the cake batter in dollops. Sprinkle chocolate chips on top. Do not mix this creates the “earthquake” effect while baking.
Bake To Perfection
- Bake for 40–45 minutes. The center should be slightly gooey while the edges are set. Let it cool slightly before serving. And slightly warm to enjoy its gooey texture and rich chocolate flavor.