Chocolate Turtle Cake
Rich, gooey, and layered with caramel, pecans, and silky ganache—this chocolate turtle cake is the ultimate indulgence. Easy to make and perfect for any celebration!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert, Cake
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
1 box chocolate cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box)
1 cup caramel sauce (divided)
1 cup chopped pecans (divided)
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
Preheat Oven & Prepare Batter:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare the chocolate cake batter according to the package instructions.
Layer the Cake:
Pour half the batter into a greased 9×13-inch pan.
Drizzle with half the caramel sauce.
Sprinkle with half the chopped pecans.
Add Final Batter Layer:
Pour remaining cake batter on top and smooth the surface.
Bake:
Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely.
Make Chocolate Ganache:
In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream until just boiling. Remove from heat and pour over chocolate chips in a bowl. Let sit for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth. Mix in vanilla extract and salt.
Top the Cake:
Once the cake is cooled, spread remaining caramel sauce on top.
Pour ganache evenly over the caramel layer.
Sprinkle with remaining chopped pecans.
Chill & Serve:
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before slicing and serving.
Notes
Use high-quality caramel sauce for best flavor.
Lightly toast the pecans to enhance their aroma and crunch.
This cake stores well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Serve chilled or let sit at room temp for 15 minutes for a softer texture.
Find it online: https://allrecipesmade.com/chocolate-turtle-cake/
