If you’re craving a rich and indulgent dessert, these fudgy Turtle Brownies are a must-bake! Loaded with gooey caramel, crunchy pecans, and layers of decadent chocolate, they’re so much more than your average brownie. Perfect for any chocolate lover, this recipe is easy to make yet tastes bakery-worthy. The sweet caramel swirls paired with the nutty crunch of pecans create the ultimate chewy, fudgy bite. Best of all, these caramel pecan brownies have been a family favorite for decades, and once you try them, you’ll see why they’re impossible to resist!
I LOVE anything Turtle. The caramel, chocolate and pecan combination gets me every time! And these Turtle Brownies are no exception. They are packed with flavor and gooey yumminess! I know you will love it!
If you like caramel....try my Better Than Anything Cake!
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Ingredients
- packaged caramels
- butter
- evaporated milk
- German chocolate cake mix
- chopped pecans
- semi sweet chocolate chips
See quantities in recipe card below.
Instructions
This recipe could not be easier! Using a cake mix allows it to come together so quickly! Melt the caramels and some of the canned milk together. This makes a creamy caramel layer. Next, using the rest of milk, the dry mix, butter and pecans will make the base and topping layers. Pat half of the batter down into a 9x13 pan. Bake it slightly then sprinkle with chocolate chips. Add the yummy delicious caramel layer and then top with remaining dough. I like to put small pieces in my finger and press flat then lay on top. Leaving little open areas allows the caramel to peek through!
Substitutions
Wrapped caramels and caramel bits are totally interchangeable in this recipe! Use what is convenient for you. I have made this both ways and love them the same!
Equipment
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Desserts for a Crowd
Some recipes are perfect for a group, gathering or party. And these Turtle Brownies are one of the recipes I will definitely serve at a gathering of any kind. If you want other ideas then look at these below!
Turtle Brownies
Ingredients
- 11-14 oz. package of caramels
- ¾ cup melted butter
- ⅔ cup evaporated milk - divided
- 1 box German Chocolate cake mix
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Melt caramels with ⅓ c. evaporated milk in heavy saucepan. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly until melted. Set aside.
- Preheat oven to 350°. Grease 9x13 pan. Or use parchment paper. Combine cake mix, remaining evaporated milk, butter and pecans. Stir until mixed. Press ½ of cake mixture into greased 9x13 pan and bake for 6 minutes at 350°. Remove from oven and sprinkle chocolate chips on top. Pour melted caramel evenly over top. Spread if desired so it’s evenly distributed. Spoon or crumble remaining cake mixture over caramel evenly. I like to press it slightly in my fingers before laying top so I have a more uniform top. Bake at 350° for 15-18 minutes. Cool. Refrigerate 30 minutes to set caramel. Cut into squares.
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