Turtle Caramel Cake

 

Ingredients

• 1 box German chocolate cake mix
• 1 cup whole milk
• 3 large eggs
• 1/3 cup canola oil
• 1 (11 oz) package caramel bits
• 3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 cup evaporated milk
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 2 cups chopped pecans
• 1 container chocolate fudge frosting

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13 baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
2. In a large bowl, use a hand mixer to combine the cake mix, 1 cup milk, eggs, and oil until a smooth batter forms, about 2 minutes.
3. Pour half of the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 15 minutes.
4. While the cake is baking, make the caramel filling. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the caramel bits, melted butter, and evaporated milk. Whisk frequently until completely melted and smooth.
5. Remove the partially baked cake from the oven. Pour the warm caramel filling evenly over the top.
6. Sprinkle 3/4 cup of the chocolate chips and 1 cup of the chopped pecans on top of the caramel layer.
7. Dollop the remaining cake batter over the filling in spoonfuls, then use a knife to gently spread it, covering the filling completely.
8. Return the cake to the oven and bake for 20 more minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean with just a few moist crumbs.
9. Place the cake on a wire rack and allow it to cool completely, about 2 hours.
10. Once cooled, use a spatula or knife to spread the container of frosting evenly over the top. Sprinkle with the remaining 1/4 cup chocolate chips and 1 cup chopped pecans.

Course:

Dessert

Cuisine:

American

Prep Time:

15 minutes

Cook Time:

30 minutes

Total Time:

45 minutes

Servings:

1 Cake

Serving Suggestions

This decadent cake is rich enough to be served on its own with a cold glass of milk or coffee to cut the sweetness. For an extra indulgent treat, top individual slices with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or a drizzle of salted caramel sauce. Enjoy!