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Turtle Chocolate Poke Cake

Irresistibly Decadent Turtle Chocolate Poke Cake Recipe

This Turtle Chocolate Poke Cake is a delightful dessert that blends rich chocolate with gooey caramel, creating an indulgent experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 32 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 47 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box Devil's Food Chocolate Cake Mix Feel free to swap for homemade chocolate cake
  • 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk Key ingredient for poke filling
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Caramel Sundae Topping Consider using homemade caramel
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Whipped Topping Fat-free version works for lighter dessert
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Pecans Omit for nut-free version
  • 1/2 cup Mini Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Swap with full-size chocolate chips if desired
  • 1/2 cup Salted Caramel Sauce Adjust based on caramel cravings

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13-inch baking pan with aluminum foil, spraying it with cooking spray.
  2. Prepare the Devil's Food chocolate cake mix according to the package instructions, pour into the prepared pan, and bake for 28-32 minutes.
  3. Let the cake cool for 10 minutes, then poke holes throughout the cake using a wooden spoon handle.
  4. Whisk together the sweetened condensed milk and caramel sundae topping, and pour over the warm cake.
  5. Chill in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes to help flavors meld.
  6. Spread whipped topping over the chilled cake, then sprinkle with chopped pecans and mini chocolate chips.
  7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or ideally overnight to allow flavors to deepen.
  8. Drizzle with salted caramel sauce before serving, slice into squares, and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 3gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Poke holes close to the edges for better infusion of the filling; store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

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