Box Mix Turtle Cake
Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with this Box Mix Turtle Cake, a must-try for chocolate enthusiasts. This decadent cake layers moist chocolate cake with gooey caramel, crunchy pecans, and creamy frosting, making it an irresistible treat for birthdays, potlucks, or any special occasion. With its rich flavors and delightful textures, this easy-to-make dessert will leave your guests wanting more. Plus, using a boxed cake mix streamlines the process without compromising on taste. Whether you’re celebrating or simply treating yourself, this turtle cake is sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 16 people 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 box German chocolate cake mix
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 bag caramels (preferably soft)
- 1 stick butter
- 1/4 cup evaporated milk
- 12 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup pecans
- 16-ounce can chocolate frosting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cake mix with eggs, vegetable oil, and water according to package directions. Mix until smooth.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared dish and bake for 15 minutes.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt caramels with butter and evaporated milk until smooth.
- Once the first layer is baked, pour the caramel mixture over it and sprinkle chocolate chips and pecans on top.
- Pour the remaining batter over these toppings and bake for an additional 20 minutes or until set.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting with chocolate icing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
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