Best 8 Lizs Chocolate Turtle Cake Recipes

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Indulge in the symphony of flavors that is Liz's Chocolate Turtle Cake, a delectable masterpiece that blends rich chocolate, chewy caramel, and crunchy pecans into a heavenly treat. This single-layer cake boasts a moist and fluffy chocolate sponge, generously filled with a layer of gooey caramel and topped with a layer of chocolate ganache. The finishing touch is a sprinkling of chopped pecans, adding a delightful textural contrast to every bite. The article also includes a variation of the classic turtle cake, featuring a layer of homemade chocolate frosting instead of ganache, offering a lighter and creamier alternative. If you're seeking a gluten-free option, the recipe for a gluten-free turtle cake is also provided, ensuring everyone can savor this irresistible dessert.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

CHOCOLATE TURTLE CAKE



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No wonder this is a bake sale winner! Devil's food cake sandwiches caramel, pecans and, yes, more chocolate in the middle. Yum.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h50m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ devil's food cake mix
Water, vegetable oil and eggs called for on cake mix box
1 bag (14 oz) caramels
1/2 cup evaporated milk
1 cup chopped pecans
1 bag (6 oz) semisweet chocolate chips (1 cup)
Ice cream or Whipped cream, if desired
Caramel and chocolate toppings, if desired
Chopped pecans, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Grease or spray bottom of 13x9-inch pan.
  • Make cake batter as directed on box. Pour half of the batter into pan. Bake 22 minutes. Refrigerate remaining batter.
  • Meanwhile, in 1-quart saucepan, heat caramels and evaporated milk over medium heat, stirring frequently, until caramels are melted. Stir in pecans. Pour caramel mixture over warm cake in pan. Sprinkle with chocolate chips. Spread with remaining batter. Bake 25 to 28 minutes or until cake springs back when lightly touched. Run knife around sides of pan to loosen cake. Cool at least 30 minutes. Serve with ice cream, drizzle with toppings and sprinkle with pecans. Store loosely covered.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310, Carbohydrate 40 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 250 mg, Sugar 24 g, TransFat 0 g

LIZ'S CHOCOLATE TURTLE CAKE.



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My father's a Chef. We made this the other day and it was great. I asked for measurements (sense he doesn't measure, all he does is pour in) and he gave to me. Hope you guys like. If your wondering what "spread caramel within 1" from the edge. Spread to within 1", means you want to leave a plain one inch border around the edges. Also, How did we cut the squares so perfectly? All we used was a sharp knife (that we dipped and wiped dry, every time) in hot water. Hope this helps, if you have any questions, let me know... Enjoy!!!

Provided by .Liz.Daddys little

Categories     Cheesecake

Time 53m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/2 cups cookie crumbs (crushed. recommend, Oreo or Chocolate Graham, but can use Vanilla Wafers)
1/2 cup toasted chopped walnuts
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1/4 teaspoon salt
32 unwrapped caramel candies (cubed)
3 tablespoons milk
4 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup sour cream
2 teaspoons vanilla
4 large eggs (at room temperature)
7 ounces chopped bittersweet chocolate, melted
1 1/2 teaspoons instant espresso powder
1/4 cup toasted chopped walnuts
1 ounce chopped bittersweet chocolate, melted

Steps:

  • To prepare the cheesecake.
  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
  • In a medium bowl, mix together crushed cookie crumbs, walnuts, butter and salt until well combined. Scoop mixture into a 9" x 13" baking pan coating with nonstick spray - evenly press the mixture down to form a crust over the bottom.
  • In a microwave-safe bowl, add caramels and milk - heat on medium power until caramels are melted and mixture is well blended, about 4 to 5 minutes, stopping to stir every 2 minutes. Pour caramel over the crust and spread to within 1" of the edge. Set aside to cool.
  • In a large mixing bowl, beat together cream cheese and sugar until combined and smooth. Mix in sour cream and vanilla. Add eggs, one at a time, mixing just until combined after each. Stir together melted chocolate and instant espresso - pour into cheesecake batter and stir to blend. Pour batter over the caramel layer.
  • Place pan into the oven and bake until the center is almost set, about 45 to 50 minutes. Remove from the oven and place pan on a wire rack to cool completely. Place into the refrigerator to chill for at least 4 hours.
  • To add the topping.
  • Before slicing, top with remaining nuts and drizzle with melted ounce of chocolate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291.8, Fat 21.5, SaturatedFat 11.6, Cholesterol 87.3, Sodium 187.2, Carbohydrate 20.9, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 17.4, Protein 5.5

TURTLE CAKE FROM SCRATCH



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This is a Turtle Cake recipe that makes the cake "from scratch" instead of using a box mix. It's a little time consuming but it is well worth it!

Provided by QueenJellyBean

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups flour
1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 2/3 cups sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla
2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
2/3 cup margarine, softened
3 large eggs
1 1/2 cups milk
1 (14 ounce) bag caramels
5/8 cup canned milk
2 cups chocolate chips, divided
2 cups pecans, chopped, divided

Steps:

  • Combine all dry ingredients (except sugar); set aside.
  • Beat butter, sugar, eggs and vanilla until fluffy.
  • Gradually add flour mixture alternately with milk (not canned milk), just until blended.
  • Spread half of the batter in a greased and floured 9x13 pan. bake for 12-14 minutes in a 350°F oven.
  • Heat caramels and canned milk. Melt.
  • Pour caramel mixture over cake, spreading to the edges.
  • Sprinkle with 1 cup of chocolate chips and the 1 cup of the chopped pecans.
  • Spoon remaining batter over top, carefully spreading to the edges.
  • Bake at 350°F for 35 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, melt remaining 1 cup of chocolate chips. Spread over cooled cake.
  • Sprinkle with the remaining pecans.
  • I like to serve this with vanilla ice cream or whipped topping.

TURTLE CAKE



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Make and share this Turtle Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MizzNezz

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (14 ounce) bag caramels
5 ounces evaporated milk (not sweetened condensed milk)
1 (18 ounce) box German chocolate cake mix, with pudding (the one that uses oil)
3 eggs (or as called for by your cake mix)
1/4 cup oil (1/2 the quantity called for by the cake mix)
1 1/3 cups water (or as called for by your cake mix)
3/4 cup butter, room temp
12 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 cups pecans, chopped

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350*.
  • Line 13x9 pan with foil and lightly grease the foil.
  • In small saucepan, slowly heat caramels and milk stirring until melted.
  • Prepare cake.
  • Beat on low 1 minute, add butter, beat on hi 2 minutes.
  • Spread 1/2 the batter in pan.
  • Bake for 13 minutes.
  • Pour caramel mix over cake; spread to edges.
  • Sprinkle with 1 cup choc chips and 1 cup pecans.
  • Spoon remaining batter over; spread to edges.
  • Bake for 40 minutes or until cake puffs up around the sides of pan and springs back when touched.
  • Set the cake on a wire rack to cool.
  • Melt remaining choc chips; spread over cooled cake; sprinkle with remaining pecans.

CHOCOLATE TURTLE CAKE



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We created this decadent chocolate cake showcasing a creamy caramel layer and rich ganache. A small slice goes a long way to satisfy a sweet tooth.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 3h20m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 34

1 cup dark baking cocoa
1 cup boiling water
1 cup butter, softened
2-1/4 cups sugar
4 eggs
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup buttermilk
CARAMEL LAYER:
1 teaspoon butter
1 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar
1 cup heavy whipping cream, divided
1/2 cup dark corn syrup
6 tablespoons butter, cubed
GANACHE LAYER:
1 teaspoon butter
1 cup chopped pecans
1 cup dark chocolate chips
2/3 cup heavy whipping cream
FROSTING:
2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped
1/3 cup dark chocolate chips
4 cups confectioners' sugar
3/4 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup milk
1 tablespoon dark baking cocoa
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
GARNISHES:
Chocolate curls or other decorations

Steps:

  • Dissolve cocoa in boiling water; cool. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt; add to the creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk and cocoa mixture, beating well after each addition., Pour into three greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., For caramel layer: Line a 9-in. round pan with foil and grease the foil with butter. Sprinkle with pecans; set aside., In a large heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, brown sugar, 1/2 cup cream, corn syrup and butter. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Cook and stir until smooth and blended, about 5 minutes. Gradually stir in remaining cream. Bring to a boil over medium-low heat, stirring constantly. Cook and stir until a candy thermometer reads 238° (soft-ball stage), about 10 minutes., Remove from the heat. Quickly pour into prepared pan (do not scrape saucepan). Cool., For ganache layer: Line a 9-in. round pan with foil and grease the foil with 1 teaspoon butter. Sprinkle with pecans; set aside. Place chocolate chips in a small bowl. In a small saucepan, bring cream just to a boil. Pour over chocolate; whisk until smooth. Pour over pecans. Cool to room temperature; chill until set., For frosting: In a microwave, melt unsweetened chocolate and chocolate chips; stir until smooth. Cool slightly. In a large bowl, beat the confectioners' sugar, butter, milk, cocoa and vanilla until smooth; beat in melted chocolate., To assemble cake: Place one cake layer on a serving plate; remove foil from caramel and place on top. Top with another cake layer; remove foil from ganache and place on top. Top with remaining cake layer. Frost top and sides of cake. Garnish as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1138 calories, Fat 59g fat (32g saturated fat), Cholesterol 153mg cholesterol, Sodium 483mg sodium, Carbohydrate 152g carbohydrate (118g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

CHOCOLATE TURTLE CAKE



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This is a very rich and sinful desert that is quick and easy to make. A recipe passed on to me by my mother.

Provided by Just Cher

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (18 ounce) box German chocolate cake mix
3 eggs (or as called for by your cake mix)
1/3 cup oil (or as called for by your cake mix)
1 1/3 cups water (or as called for by your cake mix)
1 (14 ounce) bag caramels
1/2 cup evaporated milk
3/4 cup melted butter
2 cups pecans
1 cup chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Prepare cake mix as directed.
  • Pour 1/2 of the batter in a 13x9 inch pan.
  • Bake at 350 for 15 minutes.
  • Remove and let cool.
  • In a double boiler, add caramels, milk and butter and stir constantly till melted.
  • Pour melted caramel over cooling cake.
  • Sprinkle on top 1 cup of pecans& chocolate chips.
  • Pour remaining batter on top and bake for an additional 20 minutes.
  • Enjoy.

CHOCOLATE TURTLE LAYER CAKE



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Enjoy this cake made with Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ cake mix and frosting - a delicious chocolate dessert.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 4h25m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 15

Unsweetened baking cocoa
1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ devil's food cake mix
1 box (4-serving size) chocolate instant pudding and pie filling mix
3 eggs
1 1/4 cups milk
1 cup canola oil
3 teaspoons vanilla
1 teaspoon instant coffee granules or crystals
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips (6 oz)
1 cup chopped pecans
1 container (1 lb) Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy cream cheese frosting
1/2 cup canned dulce de leche (caramelized sweetened condensed milk)
1 box (7 oz) turtle candies
1 jar (12 oz) caramel topping
1/4 cup pecan halves, toasted

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Grease 2 (9-inch) round cake pans with shortening or cooking spray; sprinkle with cocoa.
  • In large bowl, beat cake mix, pudding mix, eggs, milk, oil, vanilla and coffee granules with electric mixer on low speed 1 minute. Beat on medium speed 2 minutes. Fold in chocolate chips and chopped pecans. Pour batter into pans.
  • Bake 30 to 32 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes. Remove cakes from pans to cooling racks; cool completely. Wrap cake layers; refrigerate at least 1 hour.
  • In medium bowl, stir frosting and dulce de leche with whisk until well blended; set aside. Cut 6 of the turtle candies in half; set aside. Chop remaining candies.
  • Place 1 cake layer, top side up, on serving plate. Spread with half of the frosting mixture; sprinkle with chopped candies. Place second cake layer, top side up, on candies. Spread remaining frosting mixture on top of cake. Cover; refrigerate until serving time. Drizzle caramel topping over top of cake, allowing some to drip down side. Garnish with pecan halves and reserved turtle candies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 705, Carbohydrate 86 g, Fat 7, Fiber 3 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 513 mg

TURTLES® CAKE I



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Chocolate cake with melted caramels, nuts, and chocolate chips in the middle.

Provided by Debbie

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Cake Mix Cake Recipes

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (18.25 ounce) package German chocolate cake mix
14 ounces individually wrapped caramels
1 (5 ounce) can evaporated milk
¾ cup butter
1 cup chopped pecans
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease one 9x13 inch pan.
  • Mix cake mix according to package directions. Pour a little less than half of the batter into prepared pan and bake for 15 minutes at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) remove from oven.
  • Melt caramels, margarine, and milk in the microwave on high (takes about 10 minutes), stirring a couple times. Or alternately melt in a sauce pan over medium low heat. Pour melted caramel mixture over cake, sprinkle with pecans, and chocolate chips, and pour remaining cake batter over the top.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 20 to 35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270.2 calories, Carbohydrate 35.5 g, Cholesterol 18.1 mg, Fat 14.1 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 246.3 mg, Sugar 25.7 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: This will make a big difference in the taste of your cake. Look for high-quality chocolate, pecans, and caramel. You can also make your own caramel if you want to control the ingredients and flavor.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can make the cake tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This will ensure that the cake is cooked through.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it: This will help the frosting to set properly.
  • If you don't have time to make the caramel sauce, you can use store-bought caramel sauce. Just be sure to heat it up before using it.

Conclusion:

Liz's Chocolate Turtle Cake is a delicious and decadent dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With its rich chocolate flavor, gooey caramel sauce, and crunchy pecans, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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