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Chocolate Turtle Dream Cake

Decadent Chocolate Turtle Dream Cake for Sweet Celebrations

Enjoy the rich layers of Chocolate Turtle Dream Cake, a delightful treat perfect for any celebration.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Layers
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup cocoa powder choose high-quality for best results
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs use at room temperature
  • 1 cup vegetable oil can be exchanged for coconut oil
  • 1 cup buttermilk consider a substitute if necessary
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup hot water add gradually to prevent splashes
For the Filling and Topping
  • 1 cup caramel sauce use store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup chopped pecans for garnishing
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate ganache for coating

Equipment

  • 8-inch round cake pans
  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • hand mixer
  • measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • spatula
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Chocolate Turtle Dream Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare four 8-inch cake pans with grease and flour.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients until combined.
  3. Add the wet ingredients to the dry mixture and blend until smooth.
  4. Carefully add hot water to the batter and mix until smooth.
  5. Divide the batter among the prepared pans and bake for 20-25 minutes.
  6. Cool the cake layers in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  7. Layer the cake with caramel sauce, repeating for each layer.
  8. Pour ganache over the top layer and garnish with chopped pecans.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use room temperature eggs for better blending. Wait for the cake layers to cool before adding ganache.

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