Turtle Caramel Cake

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  1. Ingredients:
    • 1 box chocolate cake mix (plus ingredients required on the box)
    • 1 cup caramel sauce (divided)
    • 1 cup chopped pecans
    • 1 cup chocolate frosting
    • 1/2 cup heavy cream
    • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
    Directions:
    1. Preheat the oven according to the cake mix instructions and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans with cooking spray.
    2. Prepare the chocolate cake mix as directed on the box and divide the batter evenly between the two pans.
    3. Bake according to package instructions. Once baked, let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
    4. Once cooled, place one cake layer on a serving plate. Drizzle half of the caramel sauce over the top and sprinkle with half of the chopped pecans.
    5. Place the second cake layer on top and spread the chocolate frosting over the top and sides of the cake.
    6. In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream until just simmering. Remove from heat and stir in the remaining caramel sauce and vanilla extract until smooth.
    7. Drizzle the caramel mixture over the frosted cake and top with the remaining chopped pecans.
    8. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
    Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutesKcal: 400 kcal | Servings: 12 servings

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