Print

Turtle Chocolate Layer Cake

Turtle Chocolate Layer Cake
Print Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

If you’re in search of a show-stopping dessert, look no further than this Turtle Chocolate Layer Cake! This decadent cake features layers of moist chocolate cake, creamy caramel buttercream, and rich chocolate ganache, making it a perfect centerpiece for birthdays, anniversaries, or any special occasion. The delightful combination of flavors and textures will leave everyone smiling and craving more. Plus, the process of creating this masterpiece is just as enjoyable as indulging in it!

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup hot water
  • For Caramel Sauce: 2 cups granulated sugar, 1 cup water, 1/2 cup unsalted butter, 1 cup plant-based heavy whipping cream, vanilla extract, salt
  • For Caramel Buttercream: 2 1/2 cups unsalted butter, room temperature; powdered sugar; caramel sauce

Instructions

  1. Make the Caramel Sauce by dissolving sugar in water over medium-low heat until golden brown. Carefully whisk in heavy cream and set aside to cool.
  2. Preheat oven to 300°F (148°C) and prepare three cake pans.
  3. Mix dry ingredients and then add eggs, milk, oil, boiling water, and vanilla. Combine well.
  4. Divide batter among pans and bake for about 30-33 minutes.
  5. While cooling the cakes, whip up the caramel buttercream by creaming butter, adding powdered sugar gradually along with cooled caramel sauce.
  6. Assemble your cake with frosting and caramel sauce between layers and crumb coat it.
  7. Finish with chocolate ganache made from heated cream poured over chocolate chips.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://chopandcooktips.com/turtle-chocolate-layer-cake/