Chocolate Turtle Layer Cake

Health score
2%
Chocolate Turtle Layer Cake
265 min.
16
542kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with a decadent Chocolate Turtle Layer Cake that is sure to impress at any gathering! This delightful dessert combines rich chocolate flavors with the irresistible taste of caramel and crunchy pecans, creating a symphony of textures and tastes that will leave everyone craving more. Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or simply a special treat, this cake is a showstopper that will have your guests raving.

With a preparation time of just over four hours, this cake may take a little patience, but the end result is well worth the wait. The layers of moist chocolate cake are complemented by a luscious cream cheese frosting mixed with dulce de leche, adding a creamy richness that perfectly balances the sweetness of the caramel topping. Each slice is adorned with turtle candies and toasted pecans, making it not only delicious but visually stunning as well.

Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this Chocolate Turtle Layer Cake is an enjoyable project that will elevate your dessert game. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to create a masterpiece that will delight your family and friends. Trust us, once you serve this cake, it will become a beloved favorite that you’ll want to make time and time again!

Ingredients

  • serving cocoa powder unsweetened
  • box duncan hines devil's food cake 
  • box peach pie filling instant (4-serving size)
  •  eggs 
  • 1.3 cups milk 
  • cup canola oil 
  • teaspoons vanilla 
  • teaspoon coffee instant
  • oz semi chocolate chips 
  • cup pecans chopped
  • 16 oz cream cheese frosting 
  • 0.5 cup condensed milk sweetened canned (caramelized condensed milk)
  • oz m&m candies 
  • 12 oz mrs richardson's butterscotch caramel sauce 
  • 0.3 cup cashew pieces toasted

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • whisk
  • hand mixer
  • toothpicks

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Grease 2 (9-inch) round cake pans with shortening or cooking spray; sprinkle with cocoa.
  2. 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.
  3. Pour batter into pans.
  4. Bake 30 to 32 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes.
  5. Remove cakes from pans to cooling racks; cool completely. Wrap cake layers; refrigerate at least 1 hour.
  6. In medium bowl, stir frosting and dulce de leche with whisk until well blended; set aside.
  7. Cut 6 of the turtle candies in half; set aside. Chop remaining candies.
  8. Place 1 cake layer, top side up, on serving plate.
  9. Spread with half of the frosting mixture; sprinkle with chopped candies.
  10. Place second cake layer, top side up, on candies.
  11. Spread remaining frosting mixture on top of cake. Cover; refrigerate until serving time.
  12. Drizzle caramel topping over top of cake, allowing some to drip down side.
  13. Garnish with pecan halves and reserved turtle candies.

Nutrition Facts

Calories542kcal
Protein4.68%
Fat43.26%
Carbs52.06%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8.39
Glycemic Load
3.68
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
9.0152173716089%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.73mg
Delphinidin
0.5mg
Catechin
0.53mg
Epigallocatechin
0.38mg
Epicatechin
0.18mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.16mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:542.44kcal
27.12%
Fat:26.91g
41.4%
Saturated Fat:8.23g
51.46%
Carbohydrates:72.87g
24.29%
Net Carbohydrates:70.29g
25.56%
Sugar:58.78g
65.31%
Cholesterol:38.73mg
12.91%
Sodium:390.38mg
16.97%
Alcohol:0.26g
100%
Alcohol %:0.2%
100%
Caffeine:14.22mg
4.74%
Protein:6.56g
13.11%
Manganese:0.56mg
28.21%
Phosphorus:200.99mg
20.1%
Copper:0.38mg
19.15%
Iron:2.57mg
14.26%
Selenium:9.65µg
13.78%
Magnesium:53.53mg
13.38%
Calcium:133.74mg
13.37%
Fiber:2.58g
10.31%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.7%
Potassium:294.32mg
8.41%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.37%
Zinc:1.21mg
8.06%
Vitamin E:1.09mg
7.25%
Folate:24.12µg
6.03%
Vitamin K:4.86µg
4.62%
Vitamin B12:0.28µg
4.6%
Vitamin B5:0.45mg
4.49%
Vitamin B3:0.69mg
3.47%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.38%
Vitamin A:157.84IU
3.16%
Vitamin D:0.39µg
2.63%