Description
Indulge in the decadence of Turtle Caramel Cake, a sumptuous dessert that combines moist chocolate cake with velvety caramel, crunchy pecans, and luscious chocolate ganache. Each bite is a delightful experience that will transport you back to joyful family gatherings. Perfect for birthdays or any celebration, this cake is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cake flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup toasted pecans (roughly chopped)
- 1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 8 oz chocolate ganache (made from high-quality chocolate)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Cream room temperature butter and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in cocoa powder, baking powder, salt, and flour until just combined.
- Gradually pour in milk while mixing on low speed until smooth.
- Fold in toasted pecans and divide batter evenly between prepared pans.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool cakes completely before transferring them to wire racks. Prepare chocolate ganache by heating heavy cream and pouring it over chopped chocolate.
- Assemble the cake by layering with caramel sauce and topping with chocolate ganache.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 55mg