Turtle Cupcakes Recipe from a Cake Mix!

This Turtle Cupcakes Recipe is one of my favorite cake mix recipes! The chopped pecans on top are such a delicious texture and treat!

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Ingredients – Chocolate cake mix + ingredients listed on box – Caramel sauce – Crushed pecans

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Instructions Instructions Make the cake mix cupcakes as instructed on the box.

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To make the frosting, mix the butter, the 4 cups of powdered sugar, and cocoa powder for 3 minutes

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Add in the vanilla. Scoop the frosting into a piping bag with a tip. If the frosting is thick, you can stir in a bit of milk.

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After the cupcakes have cooled, remove a small area from the middle and set them aside.

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Fill the middle with the caramel sauce and then put back on the piece of cupcake that you took off

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Put the frosting on top and make it looked swirled. Drizzle caramel sauce on top. Add pecan pieces.

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