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Chocolate Turtle Cake

A rich slice of chocolate turtle cake with gooey caramel, chocolate ganache, and pecans.
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A rich chocolate cake layered with caramel, pecans, and ganache, reminiscent of classic turtle candies.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 cup caramel sauce
  • 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Add the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes.
  4. Carefully stir in the boiling water. The batter will be thin.
  5. Pour half of the batter into each prepared cake pan.
  6. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before inverting them onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. While the cakes cool, prepare the ganache. Place the chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl. Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan until it just begins to simmer. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate chips and let it sit for 5 minutes. Whisk until smooth and glossy.
  9. Once the cakes are completely cool, place one cake layer on your serving plate. Spread half of the caramel sauce over the cake and sprinkle with half of the chopped pecans.
  10. Spread about one-third of the ganache over the caramel and pecans.
  11. Place the second cake layer on top. Spread the remaining caramel sauce and pecans over the second layer.
  12. Pour the remaining ganache over the top of the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides.
  13. Chill the cake for at least 30 minutes before slicing.

Notes

  • For cleaner slices, use a sharp knife dipped in hot water and wiped dry between each cut.
  • You can toast the pecans before adding them for a deeper flavor.
  • Use a good quality caramel sauce for the best results.
  • This cake pairs well with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

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