Texas Turtle Sheet Cake

 

Turtle Cake Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 cups of white sugar
• 2 cups of self-rising flour (flour with baking powder and salt mixed in)
• 1 cup of butter
• 1 cup of dark coffee
• 1/3 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup of buttermilk

Chocolate Icing

• 1/4 cup of butter
• 4 tablespoons of buttermilk
• 3 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 1/2 cups of powdered sugar

Turtle Topping

• 1/2 cup of chopped pecans
• 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 cup of caramel sauce, for pouring on top

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.
2. In a large bowl, combine self-rising flour and sugar. Set aside.
3. In a saucepan, mix 1 cup of butter, 1 cup of coffee, and 1/3 cup of cocoa. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly. Pour the hot mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Use a hand mixer on medium speed to blend the wet and dry ingredients until well combined.
4. Add the eggs and 1/2 cup of buttermilk to the mixture. Continue mixing on medium speed for about 1 minute until everything is fully incorporated.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 25-30 minutes. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick or fork into the center of the cake. If it comes out clean, the cake is ready.
6. Make the frosting: In a small saucepan, combine 1/4 cup of butter, 4 tablespoons of buttermilk, and 3 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder. Bring to a boil, stirring frequently.
7. Remove from heat and gradually stir in the powdered sugar, half a cup at a time, using a whisk until smooth.
8. Spread the warm frosting over the cake while it's still hot. Top with chopped pecans and chocolate chips, then drizzle with caramel sauce.
9. Tip: If you don't have buttermilk, you can make a substitute by combining 1/2 cup of milk with 2 teaspoons of vinegar or lemon juice. Let it sit for a few minutes before adding to the recipe.

Enjoy this decadent turtle cake with its rich chocolate, nutty crunch, and caramel drizzle!