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Earthquake Cake

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A delightful dessert with a mix of chocolate, nuts, and pineapple, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
  • 1 cup chopped nuts (like pecans or walnuts)
  • 1 cup chocolate chips
  • 1 box yellow cake mix
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. Spread the drained crushed pineapple evenly on the bottom of the prepared dish.
  3. Sprinkle the chopped nuts and chocolate chips over the pineapple.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, and vegetable oil. Blend until smooth.
  5. Pour the batter over the pineapple, nuts, and chocolate mixture in the dish.
  6. In another bowl, mix the cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until smooth.
  7. Drop spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture over the batter. Swirl slightly with a knife for a marbled effect.
  8. Bake for 40-50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
  9. Let it cool before serving. Enjoy your Earthquake Cake!

Notes

Serve warm with vanilla ice cream for added delight. Consider garnishing with powdered sugar or fresh berries.