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Chocolate Turtle Dream Cake

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Chocolate Turtle Dream Cake is a decadent dessert combining rich chocolate, gooey caramel, and crunchy pecans, perfect for celebrations.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 490
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Layers
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour Use gluten-free flour for a gluten-sensitive version.
  • 2 cups Granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup Cocoa powder High-quality cocoa for depth of flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 3 large Eggs Use at room temperature.
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable oil Coconut oil can be used for a unique flavor.
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Can use a substitute if necessary.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
  • 1 cup Hot water
Filling and Topping
  • 1 cup Caramel sauce Store-bought or homemade.
  • 1 cup Chopped pecans Add extra for garnish if desired.
  • 1 cup Semi-sweet chocolate ganache For topping.

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • 8-inch round cake pans
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour four 8-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
  3. Add eggs, vegetable oil, buttermilk, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  4. Carefully stir in hot water to the batter until just combined.
  5. Divide the batter among the prepared pans and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Assembly
  1. Place the first cooled cake layer on a serving plate and spread caramel sauce over the top. Repeat with the remaining layers.
  2. Pour warm chocolate ganache over the top layer and allow it to drip down the sides. Sprinkle extra pecans on top if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 490kcalCarbohydrates: 63gProtein: 6gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 64mgSodium: 360mgPotassium: 280mgFiber: 2gSugar: 38gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients, especially eggs and buttermilk, are at room temperature for best results. Avoid splattering when adding hot water.

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