Chocolate Caramel Turtle Cake Roll Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Chocolate Cake:

• 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 4 large eggs
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup buttermilk

For the Caramel Filling:

• 1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Chocolate Ganache:

• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup heavy cream

For the Topping:

• 1/2 cup chopped pecans
• Extra caramel sauce for drizzling

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chocolate Cake:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 15×10-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, beat the eggs until thick and pale. Gradually add the sugar, beating until well combined.
4. Mix in the vanilla extract and vegetable oil.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cake springs back when lightly touched.
8. Immediately turn the cake out onto a clean kitchen towel dusted with powdered sugar. Carefully peel off the parchment paper.
9. Starting at one short end, roll the cake and towel together into a log. Allow it to cool completely.

2. Prepare the Caramel Filling:

1. In a medium bowl, beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
2. Gently fold in the caramel sauce until well combined.

3. Assemble the Cake Roll:

1. Carefully unroll the cooled cake and spread the caramel filling evenly over the surface.
2. Roll the cake back up, without the towel, into a tight log. Place it seam-side down on a serving platter.

4. Prepare the Chocolate Ganache:

1. Place the chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl.
2. Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan until it just begins to simmer.
3. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate chips and let it sit for a minute.
4. Stir until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth.

5. Finish the Cake Roll:

1. Pour the chocolate ganache over the top of the cake roll, spreading it evenly.
2. Sprinkle the chopped pecans over the ganache.
3. Drizzle extra caramel sauce over the top for decoration.

6. Serve:

1. Refrigerate the cake roll for at least 30 minutes to set the ganache.
2. Slice and serve this indulgent Chocolate Caramel Turtle Cake Roll. Enjoy the rich combination of chocolate, caramel, and pecans in every bite!