Turtle Caramel Chocolate Cake (Print Version)
Decadent chocolate layers meet caramel, pecans, and chocolate chips in this indulgent treat.
# Ingredients:
→ Cake Batter
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
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1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 cup whole milk
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1/2 cup vegetable oil
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2 large eggs
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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1 cup boiling water
→ Assembly and Topping
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1 cup chopped pecans
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1 cup caramel sauce
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1 cup chocolate chips
# Steps:
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Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
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In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly distributed.
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Add whole milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Blend with an electric mixer on medium speed for 2 minutes until well combined.
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Stir in boiling water until the batter is completely smooth.
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Divide batter evenly between prepared pans. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Allow baked cakes to rest in pans for 10 minutes, then remove and place on a wire rack until fully cooled.
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Place one cake layer onto a serving plate. Drizzle with half of the caramel sauce, then sprinkle with half the chopped pecans and half the chocolate chips.
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Set second cake layer over the first. Cover with remaining caramel sauce, pecans, and chocolate chips. Slice and serve as desired.
# Notes:
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Allow cakes to cool fully before assembling to avoid melting the caramel and chocolate toppings.
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Use room temperature eggs and milk for a lighter cake crumb.