Description

Turtle Caramel Cake is a decadent dessert that brings together layers of rich chocolate cake, gooey caramel, and crunchy pecans, all topped with luscious chocolate frosting. This indulgent treat is perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any occasion where you want to impress your guests. The combination of flavors creates a nostalgic comfort that will have everyone coming back for seconds. With its easy-to-follow recipe, this Turtle Caramel Cake is suitable for both novice and experienced bakers alike.

Ingredients

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1 box German chocolate cake mix
1 cup whole milk
3 large eggs
1/3 cup canola oil
1 package (11 oz) caramel bits
3/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
1/2 cup evaporated milk
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 cups chopped pecans
1 container chocolate fudge frosting

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
In a mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, whole milk, eggs, and canola oil. Mix until smooth.
Pour half of the batter into the prepared dish and bake for about 15 minutes.
While baking, melt caramel bits, butter, and evaporated milk in a saucepan over medium heat until smooth.
Remove the cake from the oven and pour the warm caramel filling over it.
Sprinkle chocolate chips and pecans on top of the caramel layer.
Dollop remaining cake batter over the filling and spread gently.
Bake for an additional 20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out mostly clean.
Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting with chocolate fudge frosting.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (92g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 28g
Sodium: 230mg
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 55mg