Caramel-Pecan Chocolate Cake Recipe

Name: Caramel-Pecan Chocolate Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 package (14 ounces) caramels; 1 can (14 ounces) fat-free sweetened condensed milk; 1/3 cup butter; 4 ounces unsweetened chocolate, melted; 1/3 cup canola oil; 1-1/2 cups water; 1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce; 2 egg whites; 1 egg; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1-1/3 cups sugar; 1/3 cup sugar blend; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon salt; 3/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted; 1 teaspoon confectioners' sugar

Servings: persons

1 package (14 ounces) caramels
1 can (14 ounces) fat-free sweetened condensed milk
1/3 cup butter
4 ounces unsweetened chocolate, melted
1/3 cup canola oil
1-1/2 cups water
1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
2 egg whites
1 egg
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/3 cups sugar
1/3 cup sugar blend
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted
1 teaspoon confectioners' sugar

1
In a small heavy saucepan, heat the caramels, milk and butter over low heat until caramels are melted and mixture is smooth, stirring frequently; set aside.
2
In a large bowl, combine chocolate and oil. Beat in the water, applesauce, egg whites, egg and vanilla. Combine the flour, sugar, sugar blend, baking soda and salt; gradually add to chocolate mixture until blended.
3
Pour half of the batter into a
4
well coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350u00b0 for 14-18 minutes or until center is set. Spread caramel mixture evenly over cake; top with remaining batter. Sprinkle with pecans.
5
Bake 18-23 minutes longer or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the top layer comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. Sprinkle with confectioners' sugar.

1142

kcal

Calories

Fat

110

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 package (14 ounces) caramels, 1 can (14 ounces) fat-free sweetened condensed milk, 1/3 cup butter, 4 ounces unsweetened chocolate, melted, and more.

Yes, Caramel-Pecan Chocolate Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Caramel-Pecan Chocolate Cake

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