Indulge in Decadence with This Chocolate Turtle Cake Recipe

Chocolate Turtle Cake is a delightful dessert combining rich chocolate layers, luscious caramel, and crunchy pecans that impresses at any gathering.

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Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: baking recipes, caramel dessert, chocolate cake, Chocolate Turtle Cake, Easy Dessert, Pecan Cake

Prep Time: 20

Cook Time: 35

Cooling Time: 10

Total Time: 1 5

Servings: slices

Calories: 350kcal

Equipment

Oven
Mixing bowls
Whisk
hand mixer
Cake Pans
Parchment Paper
wire rack

Ingredients

For the Cake

1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour Sifted
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder Try Dutch-processed for deeper taste
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder Check expiration date
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
½ teaspoon salt A pinch enhances flavors
2 large eggs Room temperature
1 cup whole milk Can substitute with almond milk
½ cup vegetable oil Can use olive oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract Use pure for best flavor
1 cup boiling water Handle with care

For the Filling and Topping

1 cup creamy caramel Homemade recommended
1 cup chopped pecans Toast lightly for extra flavor
1 cup chocolate glaze Drizzle generously

Instructions

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two round cake pans by greasing them and lining the bottoms with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk until blended.
Add the wet ingredients: eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla to the dry mixture. Blend until smooth and glossy.
Gradually stir in boiling water until the batter is smooth.
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans and bake for 30-35 minutes.
Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Once cooled, layer one cake on a serving platter, spread with caramel and sprinkle pecans.
Top with the second cake layer, drizzle with chocolate glaze, and garnish with pecans.

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother batter. Sift dry ingredients to aerate. Don't overmix the batter and monitor baking time for best results.

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