Paula Deen's Turtle Trifle

Indulge in the decadent layers of Paula Deen's Turtle Trifle, a show-stopping dessert that's as stunning as it is delicious. This irresistible treat combines moist chocolate cake cubes soaked in sweetened condensed milk and caramel, layered with crunchy pecans, velvety whipped topping, and rich drizzles of chocolate syrup. Each bite is a perfect balance of textures and flavors, making this no-fuss, crowd-pleasing trifle ideal for parties, potlucks, and holidays. Easy to prepare and beautifully layered, this dessert comes together in just 20 minutes of prep time, with a quick bake and chill for the ultimate indulgence. Impress your guests with this decadent turtle-inspired trifle — a true masterpiece of chocolate, caramel, and pecans.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 box Chocolate cake mix
• 3 large Eggs
• 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
• 1 cup Water
• 14 ounces Sweetened condensed milk
• 1 cup Caramel topping
• 1.5 cups Pecans
• 16 ounces Whipped topping (e.g., Cool Whip)
• 0.5 cup Chocolate syrup

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 2

Prepare the chocolate cake mix according to package instructions, combining the mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and water. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.

Step 3

Bake the cake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool completely on a wire rack.

Step 4

Once cooled, use a fork to poke holes evenly across the surface of the cake.

Step 5

Pour the sweetened condensed milk over the holes in the cake, then drizzle half of the caramel topping over it. Let the cake sit for 10 minutes to absorb the liquids.

Step 6

Cut the cake into small cubes and set aside.

Step 7

In a large trifle dish or glass bowl, layer one-third of the cake cubes evenly across the bottom.

Step 8

Sprinkle 0.5 cups of pecans over the cake layer, followed by a drizzle of caramel topping and a drizzle of chocolate syrup.

Step 9

Spread one-third of the whipped topping over the pecans and syrups to create a smooth layer.

Step 10

Repeat the layering process two more times, ending with a topping of whipped cream decorated with drizzles of caramel, chocolate syrup, and a sprinkle of chopped pecans.

Step 11

Chill the trifle in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 12

Serve with a spoon to reveal the beautiful layers. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2362.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7463.1

Total Fat 390.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 142.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 100.9g
Cholesterol 692.9mg	0%
Sodium 3824.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1016.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.4g	0%
Total Sugars 713.3g
Protein 91.9g	0%

Vitamin D 154.8IU	0%
Calcium 2083.8mg	0%
Iron 22.4mg	0%
Potassium 3508.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.2%

Protein: 4.6%

Carbs: 51.1%