Easy Turtle Brownies
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Easy Turtle Brownies
Description
Easy Turtle Brownies start with a German chocolate cake mix combined with softened butter, evaporated milk, and chopped pecans to form a rich batter. The signature caramel center is created by melting unwrapped caramel candies with evaporated milk over simmering water or in the microwave until smooth. The batter is spread in a lined or greased 9x13-inch pan, then the caramel filling is likely layered or swirled in before baking. The result is a dense, fudgy brownie with pockets of gooey caramel and crunchy pecans throughout.
The pecans lend a toasted nuttiness while the caramel offers a contrasting smooth sweetness against the chocolate base. The recipe allows the brownies to be lifted out easily by using a parchment sling and cut without crumbling. This combination delivers a multi-textured dessert that showcases layers of chocolate, caramel, and nutty flavors well suited for casual gatherings or dessert after meals.
To keep these brownies fresh, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days or at room temperature for 4 days. Variations using devil's food or other cake mixes are possible for slight flavor changes, but this German chocolate version balances richness with caramel sweetness perfectly.
Ingredients
Brownie batter
- 1 box chocolate cake mix German style
- 1/2 cup butter softened (1 stick, salted
- 1/3 cup evaporated milk
- 1/2 cup pecans chopped
Caramel filling
- 60 caramel candy unwrapped
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk
- 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Prepare a 9x13-inch baking pan by lining it with a parchment paper sling with the paper hanging over the edge so that you can lift the brownies out after they have finished cooling for easy cutting. Alternatively, just spray the baking pan with cooking spray.
- Place the unwrapped caramels in a large glass bowl along with ½ cup of evaporated milk and set over a pan of simmering water. Do not let the water touch the bottom of the bowl. Stir occasionally until the caramels are completely melted and combined with the evaporated milk. It may take a while but you can work on the brownie batter while the caramels are melting. Alternatively, you can microwave caramels by first putting both the caramels and evaporated milk into a large microwave-safe bowl. Then microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring the mixture between heating times.
- While the caramels are melting, combine the cake mix, softened butter, ⅓ cup of evaporated milk, and pecans in a large bowl and mix together using a large spoon until it all comes together. This brownie batter will be very thick, more like cookie dough.
- Divide the brownie batter in half and crumble or press half of the mixture into the bottom of the pan, then bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes until slightly set.
- Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle ½ cup of chocolate chips on top in a single layer. Pour the melted caramel topping over the the entire pan of brownies. Next, crumble the rest of the brownie batter on top of the caramel, or use your fingers to make small discs of brownie batter to gently lay on top of the caramel. It's okay if some of the caramel bits peek through.
- Return the brownies to the oven and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, until the top is set. Remove from the oven and allow the brownies to cool to room temperature. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate brownies for several hours until they are well-chilled. When ready to serve, dust generously with powdered sugar and cut into small rectangles.
Notes
- Store brownies in an airtight container refrigerated up to 7 days or at room temperature for 4 days for best freshness.
- Using a parchment paper sling allows easy removal of the brownies for clean cutting.
- You may substitute devil's food or other chocolate cake mixes instead of German chocolate mix if preferred.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 18brownies
Amount Per Serving
Calories 341 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 341kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 47g | 16% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 20mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 338mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 229mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 34g | 68% |
| Vitamin A | 204IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 120mg | 12% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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