Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort dessert with this Turtle Caramel Cake, a delightful blend of rich chocolate, gooey caramel, and crunchy pecans. This layered treat is perfect for birthdays, potlucks, or any gathering where you want to impress your guests. The harmonious flavors and textures create an unforgettable experience that brings everyone together. With easy-to-follow steps and minimal prep time, this cake is not only delicious but also a crowd-pleaser!
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 caramel bits (11 oz)
- 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
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13 baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine cake mix, milk, eggs, and oil using a hand mixer until smooth.
- Pour half of the batter into the baking dish and bake for about 15 minutes.
- While baking, prepare the caramel filling by melting caramel bits, butter, and evaporated milk in a saucepan over medium heat.
- After 15 minutes, pour the warm caramel over the baked layer and sprinkle with chocolate chips and chopped pecans.
- Dollop remaining batter on top and return to oven; bake for an additional 20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool for two hours before frosting with chocolate fudge frosting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (113g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg