🍫✨ Texas Turtle Sheet Cake ✨🍫

Posted by BMA24

Experience the decadent delight of this Texas Turtle Sheet Cake, combining rich chocolate cake, gooey caramel, crunchy pecans, and a smooth chocolate ganache. This indulgent dessert is perfect for any occasion and sure to impress!

📋 Ingredients:

For the Cake:

  • 🍫 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 💧 1 cup water
  • 🍫 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 🍚 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 🍞 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 🌿 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 🧂 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 🥛 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 🥚 2 large eggs
  • 🍦 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Caramel Layer:

  • 🍬 1 cup caramel bits or soft caramels, unwrapped
  • 🥛 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 🌰 1 cup chopped pecans

For the Chocolate Ganache:

  • 🍫 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • 🥛 1/2 cup heavy cream

For Garnish:

  • 🍬 Additional caramel drizzle (optional)
  • 🌰 Additional chopped pecans (optional)

📝 Directions:

Prepare the Cake:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 10×15-inch jelly roll pan or a baking sheet with a rim.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the butter, water, and cocoa powder. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the butter is melted and the mixture is smooth. Remove from heat.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, flour, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Pour the cocoa mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
  5. Add the sour cream, eggs, and vanilla extract to the bowl and mix until smooth.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan.

Prepare the Caramel Layer:

  1. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the caramel bits and heavy cream. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until the caramels are melted and the mixture is smooth.
  2. Stir in the chopped pecans.
  3. Spread the caramel-pecan mixture evenly over the cooled cake.

Prepare the Chocolate Ganache:

  1. Place the chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl.
  2. In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate chips and let it sit for 2-3 minutes.
  3. Stir the mixture until the chocolate is completely melted and the ganache is smooth.

Assemble the Cake:

  1. Pour the chocolate ganache over the caramel layer and spread it evenly.
  2. Allow the ganache to set for at least 1 hour at room temperature, or refrigerate for 30 minutes for quicker setting.

Garnish and Serve:

  1. Drizzle additional caramel over the top and sprinkle with more chopped pecans, if desired.
  2. Cut into squares and serve.

Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes (including cooling and setting time)
Servings: 20 servings
Calories: 350 kcal per serving

💡 Notes:

  • For an extra touch, you can sprinkle sea salt over the caramel layer before adding the ganache.
  • This cake can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to a week.
  • If you prefer a thicker ganache layer, you can double the ganache ingredients.

Enjoy your indulgent and delicious Texas Turtle Sheet Cake! 🍫✨🍽️