Description
Pumpkin Earthquake Cake is a delightful dessert that marries the rich flavor of pumpkin with a cream cheese swirl and chocolate chips, making it the perfect treat for any gathering. With simple steps and common ingredients, this cake is sure to impress family and friends, providing a comforting and delicious experience that’s easy to make at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (15.25-ounce) box spice cake mix
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1/2 cup canola or vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the spice cake mix, pumpkin puree, milk, oil, brown sugar, and eggs until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
- Add melted butter and vanilla to the cream cheese and beat until combined.
- Mix in powdered sugar, one cup at a time, until smooth and creamy.
- Spoon the cream cheese mixture over the cake batter in dollops.
- Use a wooden skewer to gently swirl the cream cheese into the top layer.
- Sprinkle the chocolate chips evenly over the top.
- Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is crackled.
- Let cool slightly before serving warm, or cool completely for cleaner slices.
Notes
For a richer flavor, use a high-quality spice cake mix.
You can serve this cake warm with whipped cream or cold for a clean slice.
Store leftovers in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg