Easy Turtle Poke Cake
Gooey caramel + rich chocolate + crunchy pecans in a simple poke cake that always disappears.
Ingredients
- 1 box chocolate cake mix + ingredients on box
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 jar caramel sauce (warmed)
- 1½ cups chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
- 1 cup chopped toasted pecans
- Flaky sea salt (optional)
Time & Yield
- Prep: 15 minutes
- Bake: 25–30 minutes
- Chill: 45–60 minutes
- Serves: 12
Tips
- Toast pecans at 350°F/175°C for 6–8 minutes for maximum flavor.
- Swap chocolate cake for devil’s food or German chocolate.
- Add 1 cup toasted coconut for “German chocolate vibes.”
Directions
- Bake the Cake: Prepare and bake cake in a greased 9×13-inch pan according to package directions.
- Poke & Pour: While hot, poke holes all over. Pour condensed milk, then caramel, letting both soak in.
- Chocolate Layer: Sprinkle chocolate chips; let melt and spread lightly.
- Finish: Top with pecans, cool, then chill until set. Slice and enjoy!
Shortcut dessert, bakery-level payoff—no fancy steps!
