Turtle Caramel Cake Decadence (Print-Friendly Format)
Rich layers of chocolate, caramel, and pecans finished with chocolate fudge frosting for sweet comfort.
# Required Ingredients:
→ Cake Base
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1 box (approx. 432 g) German chocolate cake mix
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240 ml whole milk
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3 large eggs
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80 ml canola oil
→ Caramel Filling
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310 g caramel bits
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170 g unsalted butter, melted
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120 ml evaporated milk
→ Toppings
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170 g semi-sweet chocolate chips
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200 g chopped pecans
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1 container (approx. 450 g) chocolate fudge frosting
# How to Make It:
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Preheat oven to 175°C. Grease a 23x33 cm baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
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In a large bowl, combine German chocolate cake mix, whole milk, eggs, and canola oil. Beat with a hand mixer on medium speed until a smooth batter forms, about 2 minutes.
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Pour half of the batter into the prepared dish. Bake for 15 minutes.
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While the cake bakes, combine caramel bits, melted butter, and evaporated milk in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat, whisking frequently until fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
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Remove the partially baked cake from the oven. Evenly pour the warm caramel filling over the cake.
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Sprinkle 130 g (approximately 3/4 cup) chocolate chips and 100 g (approximately 1 cup) chopped pecans over the caramel layer.
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Spoon the remaining batter over the filling and gently spread to cover using a knife.
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Return the dish to the oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs.
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Transfer the cake to a wire rack and let cool completely for about 2 hours.
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Once cooled, spread chocolate fudge frosting evenly over the cake. Top with the remaining chocolate chips and chopped pecans.
# Additional Information:
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Allowing the cake to cool completely before frosting ensures a smooth finish and prevents the frosting from melting.
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For best flavor, use freshly chopped pecans and quality chocolate chips.