Decadent Chocolate Quake Cake

This Decadent Chocolate Quake Cake is packed with rich chocolate flavor and a luscious cream cheese filling, layered with coconut flakes and crunchy pecans. It’s a moist, irresistible chocolate cake that doesn’t need any frosting—the cream cheese filling melts into gooey pockets inside the cake. A perfect treat for chocolate and cheesecake fans alike! If you love cream cheese desserts, try my Strawberry Roll Cake next.

What’s a quake cake?
Quake cake is a fun dessert made by mixing a boxed cake mix with coconut and pecans, then adding a creamy cheesecake filling inside. During baking, the cream cheese layer bubbles up and cracks the cake’s surface, creating the “earthquake” effect. For a quick single-serve fix, check out this easy 3-Ingredient Mug Cake.

Tips for the best Chocolate Quake Cake:

• Not a fan of coconut? Feel free to skip it.
• Walnuts are a great substitute for pecans.
• Serve this cake warm for the ultimate gooey experience!
• Use a cake pan at least 2 inches deep to accommodate the filling.

Storage advice:
Because of the cream cheese, refrigerate any leftovers. You can reheat slices in the microwave if you prefer them warm.

Craving more desserts?

• Rich and Creamy Chocolate Pie
• Chocolate-Mayonnaise Cake
• Classic New York Cheesecake
• Chocolate Bundt Cake with Ganache
• Spiced Rum Cake
• Traditional Carrot Cake
• No-Bake Mini Chocolate Tarts