Famous Texas Jailbreak Cake
Indulge in the gooey decadence of the *Famous Texas Jailbreak Cake*, a rich and irresistible dessert layered with German chocolate cake, creamy caramel, crunchy pecans, and melty chocolate chips, all topped off with fluffy whipped topping. This crowd-pleasing recipe starts with a moist chocolate cake base, elevated by a luscious homemade caramel sauce made from melted caramels, butter, and evaporated milk. The cake is baked in layers, creating a tempting combination of textures and flavors that’s sure to wow your guests. Perfect for potlucks, parties, or your next family gathering, this dessert is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Prep it in just 20 minutes and serve up to 12; don’t forget to refrigerate leftovers—if there are any!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 package German chocolate cake mix
- 0.75 cup Butter
- 1.25 cups Evaporated milk
- 14 oz Caramels
- 1 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup Pecans
- 8 oz Whipped topping
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
Prepare the German chocolate cake mix according to the package instructions and set the batter aside.
In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the caramels, 1/2 cup of butter, and 1/3 cup of evaporated milk. Stir constantly until the mixture is completely melted and smooth, then remove from heat.
Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 15 minutes, or until the edges start to set.
Remove the cake from the oven and pour the melted caramel mixture evenly over the baked layer.
Sprinkle chocolate chips and pecans over the caramel layer.
Pour the remaining cake batter over the toppings, spreading it evenly to cover.
Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cake cool completely in the pan before spreading the whipped topping evenly over the surface.
Optional: garnish with additional pecans or a drizzle of caramel for a decorative touch.
Slice into squares and serve. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7379 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 417.8 g | 536% | |
| Saturated Fat | 203.5 g | 1018% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 29.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 704 mg | 235% | |
| Sodium | 4882 mg | 212% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 902.9 g | 328% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.0 g | 111% | |
| Total Sugars | 596.9 g | ||
| Protein | 77.5 g | 155% | |
| Vitamin D | 10.4 mcg | 52% | |
| Calcium | 2530 mg | 195% | |
| Iron | 19.9 mg | 111% | |
| Potassium | 2866 mg | 61% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
