Turtle Cake
Indulge in the ultimate dessert decadence with this irresistible Turtle Cake, a luscious blend of rich chocolate, gooey caramel, and crunchy pecans. Perfectly moist chocolate cake forms the base for this layered treat, with a molten caramel center that melts into every bite, complemented by toasted pecans for added texture and nutty flavor. Topped with a silky chocolate drizzle and a dusting of powdered sugar, this show-stopping dessert is as beautiful as it is delicious. Easy to make and baked in a 9x13 pan, this crowd-pleasing cake is ideal for holidays, parties, or any time you want to wow your guests. Whether you're a fan of classic turtle candies or simply crave a decadent chocolate caramel dessert, this Turtle Cake is sure to become a favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 0.5 cup whole milk
- 0.25 cup vegetable oil
- 1.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup boiling water
- 14 ounces soft caramels
- 0.25 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup pecan halves
- 0.5 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch cake pan and set aside.
In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until smooth and well combined.
Slowly add the boiling water to the batter and mix until fully incorporated. The batter will be thin; this is normal.
Pour half of the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
Meanwhile, prepare the caramel layer. Combine the soft caramels and heavy cream in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until smooth and melted.
Remove the partially baked cake from the oven and evenly pour the caramel mixture over the top. Sprinkle the pecan halves over the caramel layer.
Pour the remaining cake batter over the caramel and pecans. Smooth the top with a spatula.
Return the cake to the oven and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
While the cake cools, prepare the chocolate drizzle. Melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips and butter in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until smooth.
Drizzle the melted chocolate over the cooled cake. Optionally, sprinkle powdered sugar over the top for garnish.
Slice and serve the Turtle Cake. Enjoy the gooey layers of caramel, chocolate, and pecans!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5715 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 261.6 g | 335% | |
| Saturated Fat | 87.8 g | 439% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 33.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 548 mg | 183% | |
| Sodium | 3267 mg | 142% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 869.9 g | 316% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 62.6 g | 224% | |
| Total Sugars | 632.4 g | ||
| Protein | 75.0 g | 150% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 651 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 32.0 mg | 178% | |
| Potassium | 3140 mg | 67% | |
*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.
