Description
Indulge in the decadent flavors of chocolate, caramel, pecans, and more with this irresistible Chocolate Turtle Cake. This rich and gooey dessert is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth cravings.
Ingredients
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For the cake:
- 1 box chocolate fudge cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box: eggs, oil, water)
For the caramel layer:
- 1 (14 oz) bag caramels (unwrapped)
- 1/3 cup evaporated milk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cut into pieces)
For the topping:
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- Prepare the cake: Prepare the cake mix according to package instructions. Pour half of the batter into the pan and bake for 15 minutes.
- Make the caramel layer: In a saucepan over low heat, melt the caramels with evaporated milk and butter until smooth.
- Layer the cake: Pour the warm caramel mixture over the partially baked cake layer. Sprinkle pecans and chocolate chips on top. Spoon the remaining batter over the caramel layer.
- Bake: Bake for an additional 20–25 minutes until set. Let cool before slicing.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate chips or add a drizzle of melted chocolate or caramel on top before serving.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
