This decadent cake combines the rich flavors of chocolate, caramel, and pecans for a truly satisfying treat. The gooey caramel bits and crunchy pecans add delightful textures in every bite.
Turtle Caramel Cake:
Ingredients:
Ingredient Quantity
German chocolate cake mix 1 box
Semisweet chocolate chips 1 cup
Evaporated milk ½ cup
Unsalted butter, melted ¾ cup
Large eggs 3
Chopped pecans 2 cups
Canola oil ⅓ cup
Butterscotch chips 11 ounces
Chocolate fudge frosting 1 container
Whole milk 1 cup
Caramel bits 11 ounces
Instructions:
Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
Mix Cake Batter: In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, melted butter, canola oil, eggs, and milk. Beat until smooth and well combined.
Add Mix-Ins: Fold in the chocolate chips, pecans, butterscotch chips, and caramel bits into the batter.
Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool: Let the cake cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
Frosting: Once cool, spread the chocolate fudge frosting evenly over the top of the cake.
Garnish (Optional): For an extra touch, garnish with chopped pecans or a caramel sauce drizzle.