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Turtle Chocolate Poke Cake

Irresistible Turtle Chocolate Poke Cake for Sweet Moments

Enjoy the delightful Turtle Chocolate Poke Cake, a fusion of rich chocolate and caramel that caters to everyone's dietary needs.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 32 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 52 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box Devil’s Food Chocolate Cake Mix or homemade chocolate cake for a richer taste
  • 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk for the poke filling
  • 1 bottle Caramel Sundae Topping for drizzling over the cake
For the Topping
  • 1 container Whipped Topping fat-free version available
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans omit for nut-free option
  • 1 cup Mini Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips full-size chocolate chips can be used
For Finishing Touch
  • 1 bottle Salted Caramel Sauce drizzle generously when serving

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Plastic Wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13 inch baking pan by lining it with aluminum foil and spraying with cooking spray.
  2. Combine the Devil’s Food Chocolate Cake mix with required ingredients as per package instructions, mix well, and pour into prepared pan. Bake for 28 to 32 minutes.
  3. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes then poke holes evenly across the surface using a wooden spoon handle.
  4. Whisk together the sweetened condensed milk and caramel sundae topping until smooth, then pour it evenly over the cake.
  5. Cover the cake loosely with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  6. Spread the whipped topping evenly over the cake, then sprinkle with chopped pecans and mini chocolate chips.
  7. Cover the cake again and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
  8. Serve by drizzling salted caramel sauce on top and slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 4IUCalcium: 6mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Poke holes closer to the edges for better flavor infusion. Check bake time a few minutes early to prevent drying out.

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