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Texas Turtle Sheetcake

Texas Turtle Sheetcake


  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 24 1x

Description

Indulge in the rich, gooey goodness of this Texas Turtle Sheetcake, where classic chocolate meets caramel, pecans, and a hint of coffee for a decadent dessert experience. Perfect for gatherings, this sheetcake combines the comforting flavors of a traditional turtle dessert with the simplicity and size of a sheetcake, making it a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.


Ingredients

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  • Cake:
    • 2 cups granulated sugar
    • 2 cups self-rising flour
    • 1 cup unsalted butter
    • 1 cup coffee (or hot water)
    • ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
    • ½ cup buttermilk
    • 2 eggs
  • Chocolate Frosting:
    • ¼ cup butter
    • ¼ cup buttermilk
    • 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa
    • 2½ cups confectioners’ sugar
  • Turtle Topping:
    • ½ cup chopped pecans
    • ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
    • ½ cup caramel sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat & Prepare: Oven to 350°F (177°C). Line a 10×15 inch baking sheet with parchment.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: Combine sugar and flour in a large bowl.
  3. Heat Mixture: In a saucepan, bring butter, coffee, and cocoa to a boil. Pour over flour mixture and stir.
  4. Combine Wet Ingredients: Mix in buttermilk and eggs until smooth.
  5. Bake: Pour batter into prepared pan, bake for 20-25 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Make Frosting: Boil butter, buttermilk, and cocoa. Whisk in powdered sugar and spread over the warm cake.
  7. Add Toppings: Sprinkle with pecans, chocolate chips, and drizzle with caramel.

Notes

  • Storage: Best served within 2 days; store covered at room temperature or refrigerated.
  • FAQs:
    • Can I substitute the coffee?
      • Absolutely, hot water can be used as a non-coffee alternative without losing moisture.
    • What if I don’t have self-rising flour?
      • Make your own by adding 1 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder and 1/2 teaspoon of salt to each cup of all-purpose flour.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: 318 kcal per serving