TEXAS TURTLE SHEET CAKE

Why Make This Recipe

This Texas Turtle Sheet Cake is a real treat for chocolate lovers. It’s rich, moist, and full of sweet flavors that make every bite taste like a little piece of heaven. The soft cake, warm chocolate icing, gooey caramel, and crunchy pecans all come together in a perfect mix.

It’s a great dessert for parties, family gatherings, or anytime you want to surprise your loved ones with something special. You don’t need fancy tools or hard steps to make it. Everything is simple and easy to follow.

This cake also stores well, so you can enjoy it for days. Just cover it up and keep it at room temperature or in the fridge. Each slice stays tasty and fresh. It’s the kind of cake that makes people ask for the recipe!

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How to Make Texas Turtle Sheet Cake

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

• 1 cup butter
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 cup water
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups white sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Frosting:

• 1/2 cup butter
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 6 tablespoons milk
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 1/2 cup caramel sauce (optional, for drizzling)

Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 10×15-inch sheet pan or baking dish.
2. In a saucepan, melt 1 cup butter with 1/4 cup cocoa and 1 cup water. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat.
3. In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt. Add the hot cocoa mixture and stir until smooth.
4. Add sour cream, baking soda, eggs, and vanilla. Mix well.
5. Pour the batter into the greased pan and bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
6. While the cake bakes, make the frosting. In a saucepan, melt 1/2 cup butter with 1/4 cup cocoa and 6 tablespoons milk. Bring to a boil and then remove from heat.
7. Stir in powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth. Add chopped pecans and mix.
8. Pour the warm frosting over the warm cake. Spread evenly.
9. Drizzle with caramel sauce if desired.
10. Let cool before slicing and serving.