Description
Chocolate turtle cake is an indulgent dessert that seamlessly marries rich chocolate, gooey caramel, and crunchy pecans. Each slice delivers a delightful flavor explosion, making it perfect for celebrations or a well-deserved treat. With its simple preparation and stunning presentation, this cake is bound to impress friends and family alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup toasted pecans (chopped)
- 1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups chocolate frosting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar.
- Add eggs, milk, and melted butter; mix until just combined.
- Divide batter between pans and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool completely.
- Heat caramel sauce and stir in pecans.
- Assemble the cake: place one layer on a plate, spread frosting on top, drizzle with caramel-pecan mixture, repeat with the second layer.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg