Description
Box Mix Turtle Cake is a rich and indulgent dessert that perfectly blends the flavors of chocolate, caramel, and crunchy pecans. This layered delight is simple to prepare using a box mix, making it ideal for any occasion, whether it’s a birthday celebration, holiday gathering, or just a sweet treat for yourself. The moist chocolate cake is enhanced with a gooey caramel layer and finished with creamy frosting, ensuring that every slice is a crowd-pleaser. Impress your friends and family with this easy-to-make dessert that brings joy to every table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box German chocolate cake mix
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 bag caramels
- 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. Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the German chocolate cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and water as per package instructions.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 15 minutes until slightly set.
- Meanwhile, melt together the caramels, butter, and evaporated milk in a medium saucepan over medium heat until smooth.
- Once the first layer is baked, pour the caramel mixture evenly over it. Sprinkle with chocolate chips and chopped pecans.
- Pour the remaining batter on top and return to the oven for another 20 minutes or until set.
- Allow cooling completely before frosting with chocolate icing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg