Turtle Brownies Recipe

Indulge in these decadent Turtle Brownies, a recipe passed down from a church cookbook and a family favorite! This irresistible treat features a rich chocolate cake base, gooey caramel swirls, and crunchy pecans, creating a flavor explosion in every bite. These brownies are so good, they've earned the nickname 'PMS Brownies' – a testament to their ultimate comfort-food status. Prepare to be amazed!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 56 mins
Calories 367.1 kcal
Protein 9g
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Ingredients for Turtle Brownies

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How to Make Turtle Brownies

  1. Grease a 9x13 inch glass baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, combine 1 box (15.25 ounces) chocolate cake mix, 1/2 cup (1 stick) melted butter, and 1/2 (12 ounces) can of evaporated milk. Mix well.
  3. Pour half of the batter into the prepared baking dish. The batter will be thick.
  4. Bake at the temperature specified on the cake mix box for 18 minutes.
  5. While the cake is baking, unwrap 14 ounces of caramels.
  6. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the remaining 1/2 (12 ounces) can of evaporated milk and the caramels.
  7. Microwave on medium power, stirring every 30 seconds, until the caramels are completely melted and smooth. Be careful, the mixture will be very hot!
  8. Remove the partially baked cake from the oven.
  9. Carefully pour the melted caramel mixture evenly over the cake layer.
  10. Sprinkle 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips over the caramel layer, followed by 1/2 cup chopped pecans.
  11. Pour the remaining cake batter over the filling.
  12. Bake for an additional 18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
  13. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

143g

Fat

38g

Carbs

16g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Turtle Brownies?

Turtle Brownies takes about 76 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 56 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Turtle Brownies?

Turtle Brownies has approximately 367.1 calories per serving, with about 9 g protein, 16 g carbohydrates and 28 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Turtle Brownies?

The key ingredients for Turtle Brownies are German Chocolate Cake Mix, Butter, Evaporated Milk, Chocolate Chips, Pecans, Caramel. See the full list with measurements above.

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