Description
Chocolate Turtle Cake is a decadent dessert that combines layers of rich chocolate cake, gooey caramel, and crunchy pecans. This indulgent treat is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re celebrating a birthday or simply craving something sweet after a long day. With its irresistible flavors and delightful textures, this cake is guaranteed to impress your guests and leave them wanting more.
Ingredients
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- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup chopped toasted pecans
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round baking pans with butter and line with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar.
- In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Gradually add the dry mixture alternately with milk into the wet mixture until fully combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Once cooled, layer the cakes on a serving plate, drizzling caramel sauce between layers and topping with chopped pecans.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (95g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 36g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg