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Turtle Caramel Cake


  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A decadent Turtle Caramel Cake featuring layers of moist chocolate cake, gooey caramel, and crunchy pecans, topped with whipped cream and drizzled with chocolate.


Ingredients

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  • 1 box chocolate cake mix
  • 1 cup caramel sauce
  • 1 cup chocolate chips
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup whipped cream (for topping)
  • Additional chocolate and caramel for drizzling

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your chosen cake pan thoroughly.
  2. Combine the chocolate cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and water in a large mixing bowl, blending until smooth.
  3. Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan.
  4. Drizzle half of the caramel sauce over the batter.
  5. Sprinkle with chocolate chips and chopped pecans.
  6. Pour the remaining batter over the toppings.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  8. Allow the cake to cool for about 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
  9. Top with whipped cream and drizzle with additional caramel and chocolate before serving.

Notes

For an extra flavor boost, make the cake a day in advance. Customize by mixing in chopped toffee bits or swapping nuts.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 330
  • Sugar: 28g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 48g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg

Keywords: cake, chocolate, dessert, caramel, pecans, turtle cake