Turtle Chocolate Cupcakes Recipe
Introduction
Indulge in the decadent combination of chocolate, caramel, and pecans with these delicious Turtle Chocolate Cupcakes. These cupcakes are perfect for any special occasion or just when you’re craving something sweet and satisfying. Follow the simple steps below to create these heavenly treats in your own kitchen.
Ingredients
- 1 box chocolate cake mix
- 1 cup caramel sauce
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
Step-by-step Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, softened butter, eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until well combined.
- Fill each cupcake liner about halfway with the chocolate batter.
- Add a spoonful of caramel sauce on top of the batter in each cupcake liner.
- Sprinkle chopped pecans and chocolate chips over the caramel sauce in each cupcake liner.
- Top each cupcake with more chocolate batter, filling the liners about 3/4 full.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
- Allow the cupcakes to cool before serving.
FAQs
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- Can I use a different type of cake mix for this recipe?
Yes, you can use any flavor of cake mix you prefer. However, the combination of chocolate cake with caramel and pecans is what gives these cupcakes their “turtle” flavor.
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- Can I use store-bought caramel sauce or should I make my own?
You can use store-bought caramel sauce for convenience, but homemade caramel sauce will take these cupcakes to the next level. Feel free to use whichever you prefer.
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- Can I omit the nuts from this recipe?
Yes, if you have a nut allergy or simply don’t like pecans, you can leave them out of the recipe. The cupcakes will still be delicious with just the chocolate and caramel flavors.
Conclusion
These Turtle Chocolate Cupcakes are a delightful treat for any occasion. The rich chocolate cake, gooey caramel sauce, crunchy pecans, and chocolate chips combine to create a flavor explosion in every bite. Whether you’re making these for a party or just as a special dessert for yourself, you’re sure to love the indulgent taste of these cupcakes. Enjoy!
PrintTurtle Chocolate Cupcakes
Indulge in the decadent combination of chocolate, caramel, and pecans with these delicious Turtle Chocolate Cupcakes. These cupcakes are perfect for any special occasion or just when you’re craving something sweet and satisfying. Follow the simple steps below to create these heavenly treats in your own kitchen.
Ingredients
- 1 box chocolate cake mix
- 1 cup caramel sauce
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, softened butter, eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until well combined.
- Fill each cupcake liner about halfway with the chocolate batter.
- Add a spoonful of caramel sauce on top of the batter in each cupcake liner.
- Sprinkle chopped pecans and chocolate chips over the caramel sauce in each cupcake liner.
- Top each cupcake with more chocolate batter, filling the liners about 3/4 full.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
- Allow the cupcakes to cool before serving.
