Turtle Caramel Cake

Why Make This Recipe

Turtle Caramel Cake is a rich and sweet dessert that’s perfect for chocolate and caramel lovers. The combination of soft cake, gooey caramel, and crunchy pecans makes it a treat that feels both special and comforting. It’s great for family dinners, birthdays, or just when you want something extra tasty.

This cake is also very simple to make because it starts with a boxed cake mix. You don’t need to be an expert baker to get great results. With just a few extra ingredients, you can turn a basic mix into something amazing. The caramel and chocolate give it that “turtle” candy flavor everyone loves.

It’s also easy to prepare ahead of time. You can make it the night before, and it will still taste fresh and delicious the next day. That makes it great for sharing at parties or gatherings. Plus, people always ask for the recipe after they try it!

How to Make Turtle Caramel Cake

Ingredients:

• 1 box German chocolate cake mix
• 1/3 cup evaporated milk
• 1/2 cup butter (melted)
• 1/2 cup evaporated milk (for caramel layer)
• 60 caramels (unwrapped)
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 cup chopped pecans

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
2. In a large bowl, mix the cake mix, 1/3 cup evaporated milk, and melted butter. Stir until well combined.
3. Press half of the cake mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 8 minutes.
4. While that bakes, melt the caramels with 1/2 cup evaporated milk in a saucepan over low heat. Stir until smooth.
5. Take the pan out of the oven. Pour the caramel mixture over the baked cake layer.
6. Sprinkle the chocolate chips and chopped pecans evenly over the caramel.
7. Press the remaining cake mixture on top. It’s okay if some caramel shows through.
8. Return the pan to the oven and bake for 20 more minutes.
9. Let the cake cool completely before cutting into squares and serving.