Description

Indulge in the nostalgia and rich flavors of Turtle Caramel Cake, a delightful dessert that perfectly marries layers of moist chocolate cake, luscious caramel, and crunchy pecans. This impressive cake is not only a showstopper for birthdays and holidays but also makes for a cozy treat any day of the week. With its easy preparation and crowd-pleasing taste, this turtle caramel cake is sure to become a beloved recipe in your home.

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 oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13 baking dish.
In a large bowl, mix cake mix, milk, eggs, and oil until smooth (about 2 minutes).
Pour half the batter into the prepared dish and bake for 15 minutes until slightly set.
While baking, combine caramel bits, melted butter, and evaporated milk in a saucepan over medium heat; whisk until smooth.
Pour warm caramel filling over the baked layer; sprinkle with chocolate chips and chopped pecans.
Dollop remaining batter on top; gently spread to cover.
Bake for an additional 20 minutes or until toothpick comes out mostly clean.
Cool on a wire rack for about two hours before frosting with chocolate fudge.

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

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
Calories: 400
Sugar: 35g
Sodium: 350mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 60mg