Making a Texas Turtle Sheet Cake is a delightful way to enjoy a rich and decadent dessert. Here’s an easy recipe to follow:
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup water
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Topping:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 6 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup caramel sauce
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- Make the Chocolate Mixture: In a saucepan, melt 1 cup butter over medium heat. Stir in water and 1/3 cup cocoa. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the chocolate mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until blended.
- Add Eggs and Sour Cream: Mix in eggs, sour cream, and 1 teaspoon vanilla until smooth.
- Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for about 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Prepare the Frosting: While the cake is baking, make the frosting. Combine 1/2 cup butter, 2 tablespoons cocoa, and milk in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat. Stir in vanilla and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Finish with Toppings: Once the cake is done and while it’s still warm, pour the frosting over the cake. Sprinkle chopped pecans and mini chocolate chips over the frosting. Drizzle with caramel sauce.
- Let it Cool: Allow the cake to cool, letting the frosting set before serving.
This Texas Turtle Sheet Cake combines rich chocolate, crunchy pecans, and sweet caramel, creating a dessert that’s sure to satisfy any sweet tooth! Enjoy your baking!