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Chocolate Turtle Cake

Decadent Chocolate Turtle Cake That'll Wow Your Guests

Indulge in a delightful Chocolate Turtle Cake with rich layers of chocolate, caramel, and pecans, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Desserts
Cuisine American
Servings 12 slices
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake pans
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Hand mixer
  • spatula
  • wire rack

Ingredients
  

For the Cake

  • 1 cup All-purpose flour
  • 2 cups Granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tablespoon Baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • 2 large Large eggs
  • 1 cup Whole milk
  • ½ cup Vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 1 cup Boiling water

For the Filling

  • 1 cup Caramel sauce Drizzled between layers
  • ½ cup Chopped pecans For filling

For the Topping

  • 1 cup Chocolate glaze For drizzling over the cake
  • ½ cup Extra chopped pecans For garnish

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Chocolate Turtle Cake

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans with butter, then coat them with flour.
  • In a large bowl, mix together all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • Add the eggs, whole milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat until smooth.
  • Gradually stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth and thin.
  • Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared pans and tap gently to release air bubbles.
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Cool the cakes in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Place one cake layer on a serving plate, drizzle caramel sauce, and sprinkle half of the chopped pecans on top.
  • Top with the second cake layer, pour the chocolate glaze over the cake, letting it drip down the sides.
  • Garnish with remaining pecans and additional caramel sauce if desired.

Notes

Ensure to follow the steps for a perfectly moist and rich cake. Feel free to customize toppings based on preference.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 6gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 35gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 70mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Caramel Cake, chocolate dessert, Chocolate Turtle Cake, cozy dessert, Decadent Cake, Pecan Cake
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