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Turtle Poke Cake

Irresistible Turtle Poke Cake for the Ultimate Chocolate Fix

Turtle Poke Cake is a chocolate lover's dream, combining rich layers soaked in caramel and topped with chocolate and pecans.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 32 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 2 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box Chocolate Fudge Cake Mix Consider using a homemade cake mix for a personal touch.
  • 1 cup Water You can swap half with milk or coffee.
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Melted butter is a delicious alternative.
  • 3 large Eggs Binds ingredients and helps the cake rise.
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Caramel Sauce Warming it slightly helps with pouring.
  • 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk 14 oz; crucial for the filling.
For the Toppings
  • 1.5 cups Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Feel free to substitute with milk or dark chocolate.
  • 1.5 cups Chopped Pecans Toasted; omit for nut-free diets.
  • 1 cup Additional Caramel Sauce For drizzling.
  • 1 cup Optional Whipped Topping Stable homemade whipped cream works great.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk or electric mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chocolate fudge cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs. Mix until smooth.
  3. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 28-32 minutes. Check for doneness with a toothpick.
  4. After cooling slightly, poke holes in the cake and drizzle with a mixture of caramel sauce and sweetened condensed milk.
  5. Let the cake cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  6. Spread chocolate pudding over the cake. Add whipped topping, sprinkle with chocolate chips and pecans, then drizzle with more caramel.
  7. Chill the completed cake for at least 4 hours before serving. Cut into generous squares and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 320mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 35gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 80mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For best flavor, chill overnight and ensure to poke deep holes for the caramel mixture to seep in.

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