Turtle Cake (Chocolate Brownie Cake Recipe)
This Turtle Cake is SO DECADENT! Rich chocolate brownie layers meet gooey caramel, crunchy pecans, and luscious ganache for a truly irresistible dessert.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Whisk
- Spatula
- 9x13 inch baking pan
- Double boiler or microwave-safe bowl
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
- 20 pieces baking caramels unwrapped, 189 grams
- 3 tablespoons milk 43 grams
- 15.25 ounces German chocolate cake mix 432 grams
- 18.3 ounces fudge brownie mix 519 grams
- 4 large eggs 200 grams
- 1 cup water 284 grams
- 1 cup canola oil 225 grams
- 2 cups chopped pecans 227 grams, divided
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream 227 grams
- 12 ounces semisweet chocolate morsels 340 grams
- 8 pieces chocolate/caramel turtle candies chopped, 136 grams
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare your 9x13 inch baking pan by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- In a small saucepan, combine the unwrapped baking caramels and milk over low heat. Stir frequently until the caramels are completely melted and smooth. Set this mixture aside to cool slightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the German chocolate cake mix, fudge brownie mix, eggs, water, and canola oil. Use a whisk to mix until just combined; be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in 1 cup of chopped pecans into the cake batter, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
- Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly. Drizzle the melted caramel mixture over the batter, then gently pour the remaining batter on top. Use a spatula to spread it evenly.
- Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Once baked, remove from the oven and allow it to cool completely in the pan.
- In a double boiler or microwave, heat the heavy whipping cream until it just begins to simmer. Remove from heat and add the semisweet chocolate morsels. Let it sit for a minute, then stir until the chocolate is completely melted and the ganache is smooth.
- Once the cake is cooled, pour the ganache over the top, allowing it to drip down the sides. Sprinkle the remaining chopped pecans and the chopped turtle candies over the ganache for an extra indulgent finish.
- Allow the ganache to set slightly before slicing. Serve at room temperature or slightly chilled for a perfect dessert experience. Enjoy your Turtle Cake with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an unforgettable treat!
Notes
- Don’t overmix the batter to keep the cake tender and moist.
- Let the cake cool completely before adding ganache to prevent it from melting off.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze slices up to 2 months.