Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of our Turtle Caramel Cake, a nostalgic treat that perfectly balances rich chocolate, gooey caramel, and crunchy pecans. This easy-to-make dessert is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a birthday celebration or a cozy family gathering. Layers of moist chocolate cake are complemented by a luscious caramel filling, topped with semi-sweet chocolate chips and nuts for an irresistible finish. Serve it warm with vanilla ice cream or drizzle extra caramel sauce to elevate its sweetness. With its unique layers and delectable flavors, this cake is sure to impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
- German chocolate cake mix
- Whole milk
- Eggs
- Canola oil
- Caramel bits
- Unsalted butter
- Evaporated milk
- Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Chopped pecans
- Chocolate fudge frosting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13 baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cake mix, milk, eggs, and oil using a hand mixer until smooth.
- Pour half the batter into the baking dish and bake for 15 minutes.
- For the caramel filling, heat caramel bits, melted butter, and evaporated milk in a saucepan until smooth.
- Remove the partially baked cake from the oven and pour the warm caramel over it.
- Sprinkle chocolate chips and pecans on top.
- Dollop remaining batter over the filling and gently spread.
- Bake for an additional 20 minutes until done.
- Cool completely before frosting with chocolate fudge and adding more toppings if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg