Texas Turtle Sheet Cake is a delicious dessert that combines the flavors of chocolate, caramel, and pecans. Here’s an easy recipe for you to try:
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup water
- 4 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 4 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Toppings:
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a large sheet cake pan (about 13×9 inches).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and sugar.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter. Add water and cocoa powder, bring to a boil, and then pour it over the flour and sugar mixture. Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together buttermilk, eggs, baking soda, and vanilla extract. Add this mixture to the batter and mix until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared sheet cake pan and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- While the cake is baking, prepare the frosting. In a saucepan, melt the butter. Add milk and cocoa powder, bring to a boil, and then remove from heat. Stir in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Once the cake is done baking, immediately pour the warm frosting over the hot cake.
- Sprinkle chopped pecans over the frosting.
- Drizzle caramel sauce over the pecans.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before slicing and serving.
This Texas Turtle Sheet Cake is known for its rich flavors and gooey toppings. Enjoy this Southern classic with family and friends!