Box-Mix Turtle Cake (Print Version)
Chocolate box-mix cake layered with caramel, pecans, and chocolate chips, creating a luscious dessert.
# Ingredients:
→ Cake Base
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1 box chocolate cake mix
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Eggs, as specified on cake mix box
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Vegetable oil, as specified on cake mix box
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Water, as specified on cake mix box
→ Caramel Layer and Toppings
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1 bag caramels, unwrapped
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1/2 cup evaporated milk
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1 stick unsalted butter
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1 cup chopped pecans
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1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
→ Finishing Touch
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Chocolate frosting, optional
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Optional caramel or pecan topping
# Steps:
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
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Prepare the chocolate cake mix according to the manufacturer's instructions, combining the required eggs, oil, and water in a mixing bowl and whisking until smooth.
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Spread half of the prepared batter evenly into the greased baking dish. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until the cake is just set but not fully baked.
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While the cake is baking, melt the caramels with evaporated milk and butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring frequently until the mixture is completely smooth.
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Pour the warm caramel mixture evenly over the partially baked cake layer. Sprinkle chopped pecans and semisweet chocolate chips uniformly over the caramel.
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Carefully pour the remaining cake batter over the toppings, smoothing gently to cover.
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Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 20 to 25 minutes until the top is set and a toothpick inserted comes out with moist crumbs.
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Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan. Frost with chocolate frosting or drizzle with caramel or pecan topping as desired. Slice and serve.
# Notes:
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Allow the cake to cool fully before slicing to prevent the caramel from oozing out.